This volume presents the text of an oration delivered in Brooklyn, New York, on the Fourth of July, 1863. Given during the height of the American Civil War, the speech likely reflects the sentiments and concerns of the Union at a crucial moment in the conflict. The oration provides valuable insight into the public discourse and patriotic fervor of the era. It offers a primary source perspective on the political and social climate during the Civil War, capturing the spirit of the nation as it grappled with division and sought to reaffirm its founding ideals. Scholars and history enthusiasts will find this historical document a compelling glimpse into a pivotal period of American history.
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