Great Speeches of Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln
Belletristik/Erzählende Literatur
Beschreibung
"Great Speeches of Abraham Lincoln" is a collection of speeches delivered by the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Throughout his presidency and political career, Lincoln delivered numerous speeches that are celebrated for their eloquence, moral clarity, and profound impact on American history.
Some of the most famous speeches included in this collection are:
The Gettysburg Address (1863): This iconic speech was delivered by Lincoln during the American Civil War at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. In just over two minutes, Lincoln reaffirmed the principles of equality and liberty espoused in the Declaration of Independence and redefined the purpose of the Civil War as a struggle for the preservation of democracy.
The Emancipation Proclamation (1863): Although not a speech in the traditional sense, the Emancipation Proclamation was a presidential proclamation issued by Lincoln on January 1, 1863, which declared that all enslaved people in Confederate-held territory were to be set free. This proclamation marked a significant turning point in the Civil War and laid the groundwork for the eventual abolition of slavery in the United States.
Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address (1865): Delivered as the Civil War was drawing to a close, Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address is renowned for its profound reflections on the causes and consequences of the war. In this speech, Lincoln appealed for reconciliation and unity, famously stating, "With malice toward none, with charity for all."
These speeches, along with others included in the collection, showcase Lincoln's rhetorical skill, moral leadership, and enduring commitment to the principles of freedom, equality, and democracy. They continue to be studied and celebrated as some of the greatest speeches in American history.
