Publisher's Synopsis
Our Martyred President is a moving sermon delivered by William Melanchthon Johnson on April 16th, 1865, in Stillwater, New York, in response to the tragic death of President Abraham Lincoln. This discourse captures the immediate grief and shock felt across the nation following Lincoln's assassination, offering a valuable glimpse into the sentiments of the time. Johnson's eulogy reflects on Lincoln's leadership during the tumultuous Civil War years, his commitment to preserving the Union, and his enduring legacy as a symbol of American ideals. This historical document serves as a poignant reminder of a pivotal moment in American history and a tribute to one of its most revered leaders.
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