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Lincoln's Gettysburg Address Given November 19, 1863 on the battlefield near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, USA 🚩

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Title	Lincoln's Gettysburg Address Given November 19, 1863 on the battlefield near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, USA
Author	Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865
Release Date	Nov 1, 1973
Language	English
Original Publication
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Gutenberg URL	https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/4

Summary

"Lincoln's Gettysburg Address" by Abraham Lincoln is a historical account of one of the most significant speeches in American history, delivered during the mid-19th century. The book focuses on the themes of liberty, equality, and national unity in the context of the Civil War. It reflects on the sacrifices made by soldiers and the overarching ideals of democracy and freedom. In this powerful address made on November 19, 1863, at the dedication of a military cemetery in Gettysburg, Lincoln commemorates the soldiers who fought and died in the battle. He emphasizes the importance of their sacrifices in the struggle for a nation founded on the principles of equality and liberty. Lincoln calls for a renewed commitment from the living to continue their work, advocating for a government that truly represents the people. The speech concludes with a hopeful vision of a nation reborn, underscoring the idea that the values of democracy must endure for future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)