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“The petition of persons under eighteen, praying that I would free all slave children, and the heading of which petition it appears you wrote, was handed me a few days since by Senator Sumner. Please tell these little people I am very glad their young hearts are so full of just and generous sympathy, and that, while I have not the power to grant all they ask, I trust they will remember that God has, and that, as it seems, He wills to do it.”

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Book:The collected works of 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

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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