nov 19, 1863 - Gettysburg Address
Description:
In the aftermath of the Battle of Gettysburg, President Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery. Lincoln expressed the nation's commitment to a "new birth of freedom" and a government "of the people, by the people, for the people." The address reframed the purpose of the Civil War, emphasizing not only the preservation of the Union but also the larger ideals of equality and democracy. The Gettysburg Address remains a testament to the enduring principles of the United States and serves as a timeless call for national unity and the pursuit of a more perfect union.Added to timeline:
Date:
nov 19, 1863
Now
~ 162 years ago