Memorial Address On The Life And Character Of Abraham Lincoln

This is the memorial address delivered by James Willis Patterson in Concord, New Hampshire, on June 1, 1865, following the death of Abraham Lincoln. Officially titled 'Memorial Address On The Life And Character Of Abraham Lincoln,' the speech was given at the request of state authorities and offers a contemporary perspective on Lincoln’s legacy immediately after his assassination. Patterson’s address reflects on Lincoln’s character, his leadership during the tumultuous years of the Civil War, and his lasting impact on the nation. This historical document provides valuable insights into the public sentiment and the immediate aftermath of Lincoln’s death, capturing a pivotal moment in American history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.