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Lincoln's Funeral Train : The Epic Journey from Washington to Springfield

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The Lincoln funeral and the nearly 1,700-mile epic journey of the funeral train was the biggest single event to happen in the lives of American citizens at the time. At least seven million people--without the aid of radio, television, or internet--actually witnessed some part of the historic occasion. Eyewitness accounts from nearly 150 years ago and historic images present this remarkable journey of President Abraham Lincoln's remains, from the nation's Capitol to his final resting place in Springfield, Illinois. More than 440 cities, towns, villages and byways were on the route in 1865, and each is included in this fascinating volume. The veteran author draws from reports, documents, and contemporary narratives to finally fully present the event. Long-forgotten photographs and dozens of Lincoln-handled documents are included, adding further authentic flavor to this enthrallingly detailed, true-story of the historic Lincoln Funeral Train.

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780764345944
  • ISBN-10: 076434594X
  • Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
  • Publish Date: October 2014
  • Dimensions: 10.44 x 7.27 x 0.86 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.83 pounds
  • Page Count: 160

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