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To the Senate of the United States:In compliance with the resolution of the Senate of the 23d instant, I transmit herewith a report from the Secretary of War, with the accompanying General Orders, No. 23, issued by Major-General Banks at New Orleans, February 3, 1864.

02/24/1865

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Abraham  Lincoln

deceased

usa, Illinois

836 Quotes

Born2/12/1809

Died4/15/1865 (aged 56)

PartyRepublican

  • President

    3/4/1861 - 4/15/1865
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