Book Review: A New Birth Of Freedom: The Visitor
In 1849, an Illinois politician is departing Washington City to return home to the prairie after a single term as a member of Congress. The tall, gangly man is accompanied…
Lincoln's Inauguration Journey New York City to Philadelphia February 21, 1861
Abraham Lincoln left New York City 150 years ago today, February 21, 1861 with that day’s destination of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on his Inauguration Journey. But between those two cities, Lincoln…
Lincoln's Inauguration Journey New York City to Philadelphia February 21, 1861
Abraham Lincoln left New York City 150 years ago today, February 21, 1861 with that day’s destination of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on his Inauguration Journey. But between those two cities, Lincoln…
Lincoln's Inaugural Journey February 22, 1861 In Philadelphia
By February 22, 1861, Abraham Lincoln and his family had been traveling for twelve long days on the Inauguration Journey to Washington City, as the nation’s capital was called in…
Lincoln's Inaugural Journey February 22, 1861 In Philadelphia
By February 22, 1861, Abraham Lincoln and his family had been traveling for twelve long days on the Inauguration Journey to Washington City, as the nation’s capital was called in…
Lincoln's Inauguration Journey Arrival In Washington February 23, 1861
Abraham Lincoln’s Inauguration Journey ended 150 years ago today, February 23, 1861 with his arrival in Washington City. He and his family, along with other associates, had been traveling since…
Lincoln's Inauguration Journey Philadelphia to Harrisburg February 22, 1861
Abraham Lincoln was finished with his visit to Philadelphia. Earlier that morning on February 22, 1861, he had given by far his most dramatic (and best) speech of his Inauguration…
Lincoln's Inauguration Journey Arrival In Washington February 23, 1861
Abraham Lincoln’s Inauguration Journey ended 150 years ago today, February 23, 1861 with his arrival in Washington City. He and his family, along with other associates, had been traveling since…
Lincoln's Inauguration Journey Philadelphia to Harrisburg February 22, 1861
Abraham Lincoln was finished with his visit to Philadelphia. Earlier that morning on February 22, 1861, he had given by far his most dramatic (and best) speech of his Inauguration…
Abraham Lincoln's First Inaugural Address March 4, 1861
The people began arriving at the U.S. Capitol grounds in Washington City before dawn on March 4, 1861, 150 years ago today. They gathered in front of the East Portico…