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100 1 _aBancroft, George,
_d1800-1891
245 1 0 _aMemorial Address on the Life and Character of Abraham Lincoln :
_bDelivered at the request of both Houses of Congress of America
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-10-02
508 _aProduced by Nick Tomaiuolo, Instruction Librarian at the Central Connecticut State University Elihu Burritt Library. (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print
520 _a"Memorial Address on the Life and Character of Abraham Lincoln" by George Bancroft is a historical oration delivered in the House of Representatives at the request of both houses of Congress on February 12, 1866. The book serves as a tribute to the former President Abraham Lincoln, reflecting on his life, character, and the significant impact of his leadership during the tumultuous period of the American Civil War. Written shortly after Lincoln's assassination, the address encapsulates the sentiments of a nation mourning a revered leader and highlights themes of unity, freedom, and national purpose. In this eloquent address, Bancroft outlines Lincoln's humble beginnings and the journey that led him to become the 16th President of the United States. He discusses Lincoln's steadfast commitment to preserving the Union, his progressive views on slavery — culminating in the Emancipation Proclamation that freed millions — and his profound moral convictions. Bancroft emphasizes the importance of Lincoln's leadership in guiding the country through its most challenging times, portraying him not just as a political figure, but as a symbol of hope and resilience who sought to embody the principles of democracy and equality. The address serves not only as a memorial for Lincoln but also as a reflection on the values he fought for, seeking to inspire future generations to uphold the ideals of liberty and justice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26750
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