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Explores the events surrounding the Abraham Lincoln's delivering of the Gettysburg Address and details its aftermath.

"Examines the roots of slavery in America and how the issue divided the nation, as well as the start of the Civil War, President Lincoln's views on slavery, and his first step toward ending it forever: the Emancipation Proclamation"--Provided by publisher.

A chronicle, complete with maps, portraits, and other Civil War illustrations, detailing President Abraham Lincoln's historic Second Inaugural Address.

Follows Abraham Lincoln from his childhood to the presidency, showing how he spoke up about fairness and eventually led the country to abolish slavery.

A revealing drama that focuses on the 16th president's tumultuous final months in office.

"Our One Common Country explores the most critical meeting of the Civil War.

"Introduces the American Civil War, including the causes of the conflict, background on the Union and the Confederacy, the major battles and important historical figures, and how the Union won the war"--Provided by publisher.

The Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., commemorates Lincoln's accomplishments, as well as his personal belief in the dignity and inherent equality of all people.

Presents a history of Abraham Lincoln, the genesis of the United States Republican Party, the debate on slavery, and the Civil War in the early to middle nineteenth century.

A biography of President Abraham Lincoln that describes his early life and political career, challenges as President of the United States during the Civil War, his stand against slavery, assassination, and legacy.

Examines Abraham Lincoln's pre-presidential address at Cooper Union, New York, in February 1860, placing the speech in the context of the times and discussing how Lincoln used the speech to continue his debates with rival Democrat Stephen A.

"The news of Abraham Lincoln's assassination on April 15, 1865, just days after Confederate surrender, astounded the war-weary nation.

"After Confederate General Robert E. Lee's surrender on April 9, 1865, the Civil War finally appeared to be coming to a close.