Lincoln Memorial: The Journeys of Abraham Lincoln
recounts the pivotal journeys of Abraham Lincoln: first, from Springfield to Washington in 1861 as President-Elect, and then, tragically, from Washington back to Springfield in 1865 as President Martyred. William Turner Coggeshall meticulously details the public ceremonies held along the entire route, offering a poignant account of a nation in mourning.
This historical record captures the profound impact of Lincolnâ€(TM)s assassination on the American psyche. Coggeshall's narrative provides a rich tapestry of the era, documenting the somber procession and the nationâ€(TM)s collective grief. Readers will gain insight into the publicâ€(TM)s reaction to Lincoln's death and the significance of these memorial journeys. "Lincoln Memorial" serves as a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the legacy of Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War period.
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