Political Quotes

On the recordNovember 18, 1863
Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.
Said by
Abraham Lincoln
Republican · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

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

Share & report

More from Abraham Lincoln

Feb 9, 1865

Let nothing which is transpiring change, hinder, or delay your military movements or plans.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Feb 12, 1865

The expediency of any legislation on the subject is submitted for your consideration.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Feb 3, 1865

In compliance with the resolution of the Senate of the 13th ultimo, requesting information upon the present condition of Mexico and the case of the French war transport steamer Rhine, I transmit a report from the Secretary of State and the…

presidency.ucsb.edu
Feb 20, 1865

The Department buildings will be illuminated on the night of Washington's birthday, in honor of the recent triumphs of the Union.

presidency.ucsb.edu

Other voices in this conversation