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“In your hands, my dissatisfied fellow-countrymen, and not in mine, is the momentous issue of civil war.”

Quote by Abraham Lincoln

Book:Lincoln on the Civil War: Selected Speeches

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Lincoln on the Civil War: Selected Speeches

The book offers a collection of Abraham Lincoln's speeches that highlight his perspectives and strategies during the Civil War era. 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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