Addresses On the Death of Hon. Edward D. Baker

<p>This volume collects addresses delivered on the occasion of the death of Edward Dickinson Baker a prominent politician and military figure during the American Civil War. Baker a close friend of Abraham Lincoln was killed in action at the Battle of Ball's Bluff in 1861. The addresses offer insights into Baker's life career and character reflecting the profound impact of his death on the nation and the Union cause. These eulogies and memorial speeches provide valuable historical context and illustrate the emotional atmosphere of a nation at war capturing the sentiments and ideals of the time. They are a testament to Baker's legacy and the sacrifices made during the Civil War. </p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>