Who was the president of the Confederacy during the Civil War?

The president of the Confederacy during the Civil War was Jefferson Davis. He served as the only president of the Confederate States of America from its formation in 1861 until its dissolution in 1865. Davis, a former U.S. Senator and Secretary of War, was chosen to lead the Confederacy due to his political experience and military background. During his presidency, he faced immense challenges, including managing war efforts, securing resources, and dealing with the internal divisions within the Confederacy.

Other figures listed in the options played different roles in the Civil War context. Andrew Johnson was the president of the United States after Abraham Lincoln's assassination and oversaw the Reconstruction era. Robert E. Lee was the commanding general of the Confederate Army, renowned for his leadership on the battlefield but did not hold the presidential office. Stephen Douglas was a U.S. Senator known for his debates with Lincoln and his stance on popular sovereignty, but he was not a figure in the Confederate leadership.