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Essential Themes of Abraham Lincoln

Click to headings of each to explore the Dickinson College House Divided Project - Editor Mathew Pinsker

Lincoln's rise to power can best be described as extraordinary. Explore the self-made and self-invented parts of Lincoln's personality and public persona.

Lincoln's core beliefs and morality were often in opposition to his chosen professions. Explore the circumstances of his nickname, "Honest Abe".

Lincoln often provided advice (or exerted power) over his rivals and contemporaries. Explore the elements that contributed to our most famous war time leader.

Was Lincoln a full supporter or reluctant emancipator? Explore Lincoln's thoughts on slavery and race.​

What did Lincoln do from a policy perspective to save the union? What did Lincoln sacrifice to save the union?

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