How we elected Lincoln : personal recollections of Lincoln and men of his time

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Author Dittenhoefer, Abram J. (Abram Jesse), 1836-1919
Compiler Chambers, Julius, 1850-1920
LoC No. 16018339
Title How we elected Lincoln : personal recollections of Lincoln and men of his time
Original Publication United States: Harper & Brothers, 1916.
Credits The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "How We Elected Lincoln: Personal Recollections of Lincoln and Men of His Time" by Abram J. Dittenhoefer is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work offers insightful personal memories regarding Abraham Lincoln and the pivotal election campaigns of 1860 and 1864. It captures the political atmosphere of the time, recounting Dittenhoefer's experiences as he campaigned for Lincoln, providing readers with a unique glimpse into the era and the influential figures involved in Lincoln's rise to presidency. The opening of the book serves as a preface to Dittenhoefer's personal experiences with Lincoln and the context of his political awakening. He reflects on his early encounters with Lincoln, his shifting political beliefs against slavery, and the broader complexities of the Democratic Party in New York City during the pre-Civil War period. The narrative sets the stage for the exploration of Lincoln's character, detailing the significant debates and political tension of the time, thus highlighting the pivotal moments leading to Lincoln's nomination and election. This portion paints a portrait of a young man grappling with the political ideals of his time while also revealing Lincoln as a central, inspiring figure in that tumultuous landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865)
Subject Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Anecdotes
Subject Dittenhoefer, Abram J. (Abram Jesse), 1836-1919 -- Anecdotes
Subject Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Friends and associates -- Anecdotes
Subject Presidents -- United States -- Election -- 1860 -- Anecdotes
Subject Presidents -- United States -- Election -- 1864 -- Anecdotes
Subject Political campaigns -- United States -- History -- 19th century -- Anecdotes
Subject United States -- Politics and government -- 1861-1865 -- Anecdotes
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EBook-No. 70881
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Most Recently Updated Jun 4, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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