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Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln (1809–1865) was the 16th president of the United States and is regarded as one of America’s greatest heroes. He is best known for issuing the Emancipation Proclamation (1863), which declared slaves free, and for preserving the Union during the Civil War. Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth at Ford's Theatre in Washington.
Lincoln Speeches
The Life and Writings of Abraham Lincoln
The Modern Library Civil War Bookshelf 5-Book Bundle
The Portable Abraham Lincoln

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Lincoln Speeches
The Life and Writings of Abraham Lincoln
The Modern Library Civil War Bookshelf 5-Book Bundle
The Portable Abraham Lincoln

Get Inspired! Books for After-School Clubs & Activities

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