Abraham Lincoln is, of course, a nearly mythic figure in American history, but at the heart of these iconic speeches are issues which are universal—and timely in 2021. Who could be a better teacher on the subject of unity than the president who saved the Union?
Abraham Lincolnwas above all the sixteenth president of the United States, but he was also a lawyer and writer who led the country through one of the most turbulent periods in its history. Not only did Lincoln lead the country though the Civil War and issue the Emancipation Proclamation, he also helped preserve the Union and advocate for the cause of freedom. His speeches and writings, including the Gettysburg Address and his Second Inaugural Address, are celebrated for their enduring legacy in American political thought and culture.
Lincoln was born in Kentucky in 1809, where he rose from a humble background to become one of the most respected leaders in American history. Today, Lincoln is widely regarded as one of the greatest presidents in American history.
