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Address at the Dedication of the National Cemetery at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania [Gettysburg Address]

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Apr 11, 1865

I believe that it is not only possible, but in fact easier, to do this without deciding or even considering whether these States have ever been out of the Union, than with it.

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I have always thought that all men should be free; but if any should be slaves, it should be first those who desire it for themselves, and secondly those who desire it for others.

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Mar 7, 1865

It is due to this officer to state that he was passed over in consequence of physical disability, this disability having occurred in the discharge of his duties; and prior to his misfortune he bore the reputation of an efficient and…

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Let us strive to deserve, as far as mortals may, the continued favor of Almighty God.

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