On the recordApril 9, 1862
It has pleased Almighty God to vouchsafe signal victories to the land and naval forces engaged in suppressing an internal rebellion.
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presidency.ucsb.eduIt has pleased Almighty God to vouchsafe signal victories to the land and naval forces engaged in suppressing an internal rebellion.
Proclamation 88—Day of Public Thanksgiving for Victories During the Civil War
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