“In your hands, my dissatisfied fellow countrymen, and not in mine, is the momentous issue of civil war. The government will not assail you.... You have no oath registered in Heaven to destroy the government, while I shall have the most solemn one to preserve, protect and defend it.”
Quote by Abraham Lincoln
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The collected works of Abraham Lincoln
This volume includes a wide array of Abraham Lincoln's works, spanning his presidency from 1861 to 1865. It features his famous speeches, such as the Gettysburg Address, as well as personal correspondence and other writings that provide a comprehensive view of his political philosophy and leadership style. more
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Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States, serving from 1861 to 1865. He was a pivotal leader during the American Civil War, dedicated to preserving the unity of the nation and the abolition of slavery. Lincoln is renowned for his noble character and exceptional leadership. more
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