Oration on the Death of Abraham Lincoln

<p>This is the complete text of “Oration on the Death of Abraham Lincoln” by D. T. (David Todd) Carnahan delivered shortly after Lincoln's assassination in 1865. Carnahan's oration offers a contemporary perspective on the profound impact of Lincoln's death on the nation. This historical document provides valuable insight into the public mourning and the immediate aftermath of a pivotal moment in American history. </p><p>The speech reflects the sentiments of the time honoring Lincoln's leadership during the Civil War and lamenting the loss of a figure seen as crucial to the nation's future. It serves as a primary source for understanding the emotional climate and the political discourse surrounding Lincoln's legacy. This edition preserves the original text offering readers a direct connection to the historical context and the powerful emotions evoked by Lincoln's assassination.</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><br>