Tag Archives: Abraham Lincoln

Saving History Saturday: President Lincoln’s Bible Donated to the Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Posted on June 22, 2019 by Emerging Civil War

This week, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois announced its latest acquisition: one of Lincoln’s Bibles. At a fundraiser for wounded soldiers in Philadelphia on June 16, 1864, the Ladies of the Citizens Volunteer Hospital of … Continue reading →

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For Mother’s Day: “If All That Has Been Said”

Posted on May 12, 2019 by Emerging Civil War

President Lincoln made some remarks at the Patent Office Fair in Washington City, an event had been organized to raise funds for the Union war effort and support the work of the U.S. Christian Commission. Mrs. Lincoln and Robert also … Continue reading →

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ECW Weekender: In Lincoln’s Footsteps at Point of Rocks

Posted on April 5, 2019 by Emerging Civil War

On March 27, 1865, President Lincoln made a trip to Point of Rocks, on the Appomattox River. The day trip, which was just part of his visit to the war lines, may have started out as a compassionate mission to … Continue reading →

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Presidents’ Day – A Few Quotes

Posted on February 18, 2019 by Emerging Civil War

As the holiday weekend draws to a close, we offer quotes from the first president and the sixteenth president. One helped found the nation, the other fought to reunite a divided country – both key presidential moments in U.S. History.

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ECW Weekender: Emancipation Memorial

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Emerging Civil War

Thinking about heading to Washington D.C. this month or in the near future to study African American history? While the National Museum of African American History and Culture is a highlight and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is another … Continue reading →

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Mr. Lincoln: Though The Eyes of Gustav Koerner

Posted on February 12, 2019 by Sarah Kay Bierle

Two hundred and ten years ago. Ten score and ten years ago. That’s when Abraham Lincoln was born in a tiny, chilly cabin near Hodgenville, Kentucky. February 12, 1809. At that time, none could have imagined what he would accomplish his … Continue reading →

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Facebook Cover Photo: The Emancipation Proclamation

Posted on January 1, 2019 by Todd Arrington

Emerging Civil War welcomed 2019 with an new cover photo on our Facebook page. Here are some details about the historic image.

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Eating Like a President: Lincoln’s Gingerbread

Posted on December 11, 2018 by Meg Groeling

Molasses is derived from cane sugar, a common product of the southern states before the war. To make molasses, sugar cane is harvested and stripped of leaves. Its juice is extracted, usually by cutting, crushing, or mashing. The juice is … Continue reading →

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When a President Dies

Posted on December 5, 2018 by Meg Groeling

The public honors given to the 41stPresident of the United States, George H. W. Bush, brought clearly into focus the respect our country owes the office of the Presidency. However, many parts of President Bush’s obsequies were presented on television … Continue reading →

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Christmas Is Coming!

Posted on November 23, 2018 by Meg Groeling

Oh dear! What should we get Cousin Sarah and Uncle Chris? They love history and that war—the Civil one, I think. . . whatever shall we do? Fear not, loyal readers. Emerging Civil War is coming with a glorious flanking maneuver … Continue reading →

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