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Lincoln's Thanksgiving Proclamation

Source:Abraham Lincoln’s Thanksgiving Proclamation Lincoln first proclaimed Thanksgiving a national holiday in October 1863. Related Links Turkey Day Quiz Thanksgiving History…

Lincoln's Gettysburg Address

The most recognizable speech in American history The Battle of Gettysburg, one of the most noted battles of the Civil War, was fought on July 1–3, 1863. On Nov. 19, 1863, the field was dedicated as…

The Resurgence of Abraham Lincoln

Almost 150 years after his death, Abraham Lincoln reemerges as a leading figure in politics and pop culture. by Jennie Wood Benjamin Walker gets into character for the title role of the…

Brewer's: Lincoln College

(Oxford). Founded by Richard Fleming in 1427), and completed by Rotherham, Bishop of Lincoln, in 1479. Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894Lincoln GreenLincoln…

Brewer's: Lincoln Green

Lincoln, at one time, was noted for its green, Coventry for its blue, and Yorkshire for its grey. (See Kendal Green.) “And girls in Lincoln green.” Drayton: Polyolbion, xxv. Falstaff…

Brewer's: Lincoln's Inn

One of the fashionable theatres in the reign of Charles II. Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894Lincoln's Inn FieldsLincoln Green A B C D E F G H I J K…

Brewer's: Hugh of Lincoln

It is said that the Jews in 1255 stole a boy named Hugh, whom they tortured for ten days and then crucified. Eighteen of the richest Jews of Lincoln were hanged for taking part in this…

The Lincoln Memorial Quiz

Welcome to the Lincoln Memorial Quiz! If you've ever visited Washington D.C., chances are you've seen this iconic landmark honoring the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. But how…

Abraham Lincoln Biography

Read and watch to learn more about our 16th president Watch this video to learn about Abraham Lincoln as a man and president. Hear about Lincoln's…

Douglas, Stephen Arnold

(Encyclopedia) Douglas, Stephen Arnold, 1813–61, American statesman, b. Brandon, Vt. The Democratic national convention at Charleston, S.C., in 1860 adopted Douglas's recommendations in a platform…