Anisaperez2005go Anisaperez2005go History Answered Identify characteristics of the South or the Confederate States of America (CSA): (click on all that apply) Question 1 options: Lead by Jefferson Davis. Lead by Abraham Lincoln. Seceded after the Republicans won in 1860. Wanted to protect slavery & state’s rights. Created a strong national government. Had highly qualified military leaders. England and France were most invested in their success. Adopted the “Anaconda Plan” as their war strategy.