Tag Archives: Thanksgiving Proclamation

Abraham Lincoln Gives Thanks

Posted on November 28, 2019 by Dwight Hughes

  The country was tearing itself apart in bloody war 156 years ago, but President Abraham Lincoln found cause to be grateful in his Thanksgiving Proclamation. His wisdom is for the ages. In this time of polarization, we would do … Continue reading →

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The Political Strategy Behind Thanksgiving 

Posted on November 28, 2019 by JoAnna McDonald

ECW welcomes back JoAnna M. McDonald Whether you commend or condemn the actions of President Abraham Lincoln, he was an astute strategist.  He took every opportunity to achieve a political advantage over the Confederacy. This detail can be seen even … Continue reading →

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Two Presidents’ Invitations To Give Thanks

Posted on November 25, 2015 by Sarah Kay Bierle

Modern media apprises its viewers of the president’s plans and habits for the Thanksgiving holiday. Some presidents have returned to their private homes, others celebrate at the White House, and one flew to Iraq to be with U.S. troops. During … Continue reading →

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Last Minute Plans . . .

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Meg Groeling

Happiest of Thanksgivings from all of us at Emerging Civil War! Yum!

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Thanksgiving, 150 years ago

Posted on November 28, 2013 by Chris Mackowski

“Thanksgiving day, when the fat turkey is served in state,” said Theodore Lyman, a member of Gen. George Gordon Meade’s staff. “And this [was the day] appointed for our flank move on Orange Court House….” One hundred and fifty years … Continue reading →

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