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“Our defense is in the preservation of the spirit which prizes liberty as a heritage of all men, in all lands, everywhere. Destroy this spirit and you have planted the seeds of despotism around your own doors.”

Quote by Abraham Lincoln

Book:The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln: A Book of Quotations

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The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln: A Book of Quotations

This book presents a collection of notable sayings and thoughts from Abraham Lincoln, highlighting his sharp wit and profound insights. The quotations are drawn from his speeches, letters, and other historical documents, offering a glimpse into the mind of one of America's most revered presidents. 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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Book:The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln

Source: The Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln

“The assertion that 'all men are created equal' was of no practical use in effecting our separation from Great Britain and it was placed in the Declaration not for that, but for future use.”

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Book:The Portable Abraham Lincoln

Source: The Portable Abraham Lincoln

“It is rather for us here dedicated to the great task remaining before us, that from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave the last full measure of devotion.”

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Author:Abraham Lincoln

“In giving freedom to the slave, we assure freedom to the free - honorable alike in what we give and what we preserve. We shall nobly save, or meanly lose, the last best hope of earth.”

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“All the armies of Europe, Asia and Africa combined, with all the treasure of the earth (our own excepted) in their military chest; with a Buonaparte for a commander, could not by force, take a drink from the Ohio, or make a track on the Blue Ridge, in a trial of a thousand years.”

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Book:Lincoln on Democracy

Source: Lincoln on Democracy

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“I believe that the fight against crime starts in the home. Parents must take responsibility for their children and show them love and guidance from an early age so they learn to respect the rights of others.”

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“My evil genius Procrastination has whispered me to tarry 'til a more convenient season.”

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Book:Mary Todd Lincoln: her life and letters

Source: Mary Todd Lincoln: her life and letters

“Others live on in a careless and lukewarm state - not appearing to fill Longfellow's measure: 'Into each life, some rain must fall.'”

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Author:Mary Todd Lincoln