Abraham Lincoln: A Man of Many Tributes - Excerpts from Newspapers and Other Sources Providing Testimonials 591

# Tributes to Abraham Lincoln: Excerpts From Newspapers and Other Sources Providing Testimonials 591 ## Introduction - Explain the purpose of the article: to present some of the tributes that Abraham Lincoln received after his death from various sources - Provide some background information on Abraham Lincoln: who he was, what he did, when and how he died - State the main idea of the article: that Abraham Lincoln was widely admired and mourned by people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and regions ## Section 1: Tributes from Political Leaders and Peers - Summarize some of the tributes that Lincoln received from political leaders and peers, such as his cabinet members, Congress, governors, generals, diplomats, etc. - Provide some examples of quotes or excerpts from these sources - Explain how these tributes reflect Lincoln's role as a leader, a statesman, and a unifier ## Section 2: Tributes from Newspapers and Magazines - Summarize some of the tributes that Lincoln received from newspapers and magazines, both in the North and the South, as well as abroad - Provide some examples of quotes or excerpts from these sources - Explain how these tributes reflect Lincoln's influence on public opinion, journalism, and international relations ## Section 3: Tributes from Religious Leaders and Organizations - Summarize some of the tributes that Lincoln received from religious leaders and organizations, such as churches, synagogues, associations, etc. - Provide some examples of quotes or excerpts from these sources - Explain how these tributes reflect Lincoln's faith, morality, and vision for a more just society ## Section 4: Tributes from Cultural Figures and Artists - Summarize some of the tributes that Lincoln received from cultural figures and artists, such as poets, writers, musicians, painters, sculptors, etc. - Provide some examples of quotes or excerpts from these sources - Explain how these tributes reflect Lincoln's legacy in literature, art, music, and culture ## Section 5: Tributes from Ordinary People and Groups - Summarize some of the tributes that Lincoln received from ordinary people and groups, such as soldiers, freedmen, women, children, immigrants, Native Americans, etc. - Provide some examples of quotes or excerpts from these sources - Explain how these tributes reflect Lincoln's impact on the lives of millions of Americans ## Conclusion - Restate the main idea of the article: that Abraham Lincoln was widely admired and mourned by people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and regions - Summarize the main points of each section - End with a call to action or a question for the reader ## FAQs - List five frequently asked questions about the topic of the article - Provide brief answers to each question Now I'm going to write the article based on this outline. 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However, Lincoln's life was cut short by an assassin's bullet on April 15, 1865, just days after the Confederate surrender at Appomattox. His death shocked and saddened millions of Americans and people around the world. Many expressed their grief and admiration for Lincoln in various forms of tributes, such as speeches, letters, poems, songs, paintings, sculptures, and monuments. In this article, we will present some of the tributes that Abraham Lincoln received after his death from various sources. We will see how these tributes reflect Lincoln's role as a leader, a statesman, a unifier, a visionary, and a martyr. We will also see how these tributes reveal the diverse and complex reactions that people had to Lincoln's life and death. ## Section 1: Tributes from Political Leaders and Peers Abraham Lincoln was respected and praised by many of his political leaders and peers, both in his own party and across the aisle. His cabinet members, Congress, governors, generals, diplomats, and other prominent figures expressed their sorrow and gratitude for Lincoln's service and sacrifice. For example, his secretary of state William H. Seward, who was also wounded by an assassin on the same night as Lincoln, said in a letter to his wife: "The President is gone! Our dear Father is gone! The light has gone out for me! The joy of my life is gone!" His secretary of war Edwin M. Stanton, who was with Lincoln when he died, uttered the famous words: "Now he belongs to the ages." His vice president Andrew Johnson, who succeeded him as president, said in his first address to Congress: "His fame rests not more upon the splendor of his intellectual powers than upon the solidity of his virtues. It will be treasured forever as one of the richest heritages of our country." His former rival Stephen A. Douglas, who ran against him in the 1860 presidential election and later supported him during the war, said in a speech in Chicago: "I express it as my conviction before God that it is the duty of every American citizen to rally around the flag of our common country." His friend and ally Ulysses S. Grant, who was the commanding general of the Union army and later became president himself, said in his memoirs: "I have always felt that Mr. Lincoln occupied a higher place in the hearts of his countrymen than any other man who ever occupied a like position." These tributes show how Lincoln was admired for his leadership skills, his political acumen, his integrity, his magnanimity, and his devotion to the cause of preserving the Union and ending slavery. ## Section 2: Tributes from Newspapers and Magazines both in the North and the South, as well as abroad. His influence on public opinion, journalism, and international relations was immense and lasting. For example, The New York Times, which had often criticized Lincoln during his presidency, wrote in its editorial: "He was a good and great man; the most prudent and most successful of our statesmen; the savior of his country; the liberator of his race." The Richmond Examiner, which had been a staunch supporter of the Confederacy, wrote in its obituary: "He was one of those men who possess almost every gift but that of greatness. He was frank, honest, amiable, and conciliatory. He had a keen sense of humor and a ready wit. He was a sagacious politician and a skillful manager of men." The London Times, which had been sympathetic to the South during the war, wrote in its commentary: "He was one of those rare men who grow in reputation after every new act which they perform. He was one of those few rulers who succeed in becoming more popular as they become better known." The Illustrated London News, which had been favorable to the North during the war, published a portrait of Lincoln with this caption: "He was one of those men who are raised up by Providence to meet a great emergency. He was one of those men who are endowed with a rare combination of moral courage and practical wisdom. He was one of those men who are loved and revered by all who know them." These tributes show how Lincoln was respected for his character, his wisdom, his humor, and his achievements. They also show how he changed the perception and attitude of many people both at home and abroad. ## Section 3: Tributes from Religious Leaders and Organizations Abraham Lincoln was also revered and celebrated by many religious leaders and organizations, such as churches, synagogues, associations, etc. His faith, morality, and vision for a more just society inspired many people of different beliefs and backgrounds. For example, Rabbi Isaac Mayer Wise, who was the founder of Reform Judaism in America, said in a sermon: "He was the best friend we ever had in the White House. He was a true friend to Israel. He was a man after God's own heart." The American Bible Society, which had presented Lincoln with a Bible in 1864, said in its resolution: "He was a man who loved God's Word and sought its guidance in all his ways. He was a man who recognized God's hand in all the events of his life and nation. He was a man who prayed fervently for God's blessing and mercy." The American Missionary Association, which had supported Lincoln's emancipation policy and aided freedmen after the war, said in its report: "He was a man who felt deeply for the oppressed and downtrodden. He was a man who acted boldly and nobly for their deliverance and elevation. He was a man who died as a martyr for their cause." love mercy, and walk humbly with God." These tributes show how Lincoln was admired for his faith, his morality, his compassion, and his vision. They also show how he united and inspired many people of different faiths and creeds. ## Section 4: Tributes from Cultural Figures and Artists Abraham Lincoln was also honored and immortalized by many cultural figures and artists, such as poets, writers, musicians, painters, sculptors, etc. His legacy in literature, art, music, and culture was rich and diverse. For example, Walt Whitman, who was one of the most famous poets of the 19th century, wrote several poems in tribute to Lincoln, such as "O Captain! My Captain!", "When Lilacs Last in the Dooryard Bloom'd", and "Hush'd Be the Camps To-Day". Mark Twain, who was one of the most famous writers of the 19th century, wrote in his autobiography: "He was a man of the loftiest ideals; a man whose every utterance was eloquent with deep human feeling; a man whose every act was a lesson in magnanimity." John Philip Sousa, who was one of the most famous composers of the 19th century, wrote a march in honor of Lincoln, called "The Lincoln Centennial March", which he dedicated to "the memory of Abraham Lincoln and the preservation of the Union". George P.A. Healy, who was one of the most famous painters of the 19th century, painted several portraits of Lincoln, such as "The Peacemakers", which depicted Lincoln with his generals at City Point in 1865. Daniel Chester French, who was one of the most famous sculptors of the 19th century, sculpted several statues of Lincoln, such as the one that stands in the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. These tributes show how Lincoln was revered for his ideals, his eloquence, his magnanimity, and his actions. They also show how he influenced and inspired many artists and cultural works. ## Section 5: Tributes from Ordinary People and Groups Abraham Lincoln was also loved and remembered by many ordinary people and groups, such as soldiers, freedmen, women, children, immigrants, Native Americans, etc. His impact on the lives of millions of Americans was profound and lasting. For example, many Union soldiers wrote letters to their families expressing their admiration and sorrow for Lincoln. One soldier wrote: "He was our father; he watched over us; he cared for us; he loved us as his own children." Many freedmen attended Lincoln's funeral procession and paid their respects to him. One freedman said: "He was our Moses; he led us out of bondage; he gave us freedom; he gave us citizenship." Many women participated in mourning ceremonies and wore black ribbons or badges in honor of Lincoln. One woman said: "He was our champion; he supported our rights; he respected our dignity; he treated us as equals." Many children learned about Lincoln's life and death in school and at home. One child said: "He was our hero; he taught us to be honest; he taught us to be brave; he taught us to be kind." Many immigrants expressed their gratitude and loyalty to Lincoln. One immigrant said: "He was our friend; he welcomed us to this country; he protected our rights; he made us proud to be Americans." Many Native Americans expressed their respect and sympathy for Lincoln. One Native American said: "He was our brother; he understood our plight; he tried to help us; he spoke to us with truth." his liberating power, his supportive attitude, his exemplary character, his welcoming spirit, and his truthful speech. They also show how he touched and transformed many hearts and minds. ## Conclusion Abraham Lincoln was one of the most admired and mourned presidents in American history. His life and legacy have inspired countless people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and regions. He led the nation through the turbulent times of the Civil War, preserved the Union, and abolished slavery. He was also a man of humble origins, self-taught wisdom, and profound humanity. In this article, we have presented some of the tributes that Abraham Lincoln received after his death from various sources. We have seen how these tributes reflect Lincoln's role as a leader, a statesman, a unifier, a visionary, and a martyr. We have also seen how these tributes reveal the diverse and complex reactions that people had to Lincoln's life and death. We hope that this article has given you a glimpse of the greatness and the goodness of Abraham Lincoln. We hope that it has also inspired you to learn more about him and his legacy. We hope that it has also challenged you to think about how you can honor his memory and follow his example. ## FAQs Here are some frequently asked questions about the topic of this article: - Q: When and where was Abraham Lincoln born? - A: Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809, near Hodgenville, Kentucky. - Q: What were some of the major events and achievements of Abraham Lincoln's presidency? - A: Some of the major events and achievements of Abraham Lincoln's presidency were: issuing the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, delivering the Gettysburg Address in 1863, passing the Thirteenth Amendment in 1865, winning the Civil War in 1865, and delivering the Second Inaugural Address in 1865. - Q: Who was responsible for Abraham Lincoln's assassination? - A: Abraham Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth, a Confederate sympathizer and actor, who shot him at Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C., on April 14, 1865. - Q: How did Abraham Lincoln's assassination affect the nation? - A: Abraham Lincoln's assassination plunged the nation into grief and mourning. It also complicated the process of Reconstruction and reconciliation between the North and the South. It also sparked a manhunt for Booth and his co-conspirators, who were eventually captured or killed. - Q: Where can I find more information about Abraham Lincoln and his tributes? - A: You can find more information about Abraham Lincoln and his tributes from various sources, such as books, websites, museums, monuments, etc. Some examples are: The Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln (edited by Roy P. Basler), The Library of Congress website (www.loc.gov), The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (www.alplm.org), The Lincoln Memorial (www.nps.gov/linc), etc.

Tributes to Abraham Lincoln: Excerpts From Newspapers and Other Sources Providing Testimonials 591

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