Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address promised a vast national future only a month before his assassination and the end of the American Civil War. The following is a transcription of his original draft of his remarks--the edits reflect the changes made by Secretary of State William Seward. After the brief but remarkable speech, scroll down to learn more about what Lincoln's vision meant for the war, for the republic, and for emancipation.
In general, the British colonial powers were far more willing to engage in diplomatic relations with the Native Americans than both the Spanish and French colonial powers.
He was a leader of the Civil Rights Movement, the American labor movement, and socialist political parties. He<span> organized and led the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, the first predominantly African-American labor union.</span>
