President Lincoln And The Chicago Memorial Of Emancipation (1888)

By William Weston Patton

Book Overview

President Lincoln and the Chicago Memorial of Emancipation is a historical book written by W. W. Patton and published in 1888. The book focuses on the story of the Emancipation Memorial, a bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln that was erected in Lincoln Park, Chicago, in 1876. The statue was commissioned by a group of African American citizens to commemorate the Emancipation Proclamation, which Lincoln had signed in 1863.The book provides a detailed account of the planning, design, and construction of the Emancipation Memorial, as well as the controversy that surrounded it. Patton explores the political and social climate of the time, and how the statue was seen as a symbol of both hope and disappointment for African Americans.Through extensive research and analysis, Patton also sheds light on the role of African American leaders in the creation of the memorial, including Frederick Douglass, who delivered a powerful speech at the unveiling ceremony.Overall, President Lincoln and the Chicago Memorial of Emancipation is a fascinating and important book that provides a unique perspective on the history of race relations in America. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln, or the struggle for civil rights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163877883
• ISBN13: 9781163877883
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"