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LINCOLN'S REVOLUTION.

  • Published In: Atlantic, 2025, v. 336, n. 5. P. 122 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: LUNDBERG, JAKE 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Abraham Lincoln's interpretation of America's Revolutionary past and its implications for the nation's future, particularly in the context of slavery and civil war. It discusses how Lincoln viewed the Revolution as an unfinished project that required confronting the injustices of slavery to fulfill its ideals. The text highlights Lincoln's belief that the principles enshrined in the Declaration of Independence should guide contemporary actions and policies, emphasizing the need for a dynamic relationship with history rather than mere veneration of the Founders. Ultimately, it suggests that Lincoln's approach offers a framework for understanding and addressing the complexities of America's past and present. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Atlantic. 2025/11, Vol. 336, Issue 5, p122
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Religion and Philosophy
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1072-7825
  • Accession Number:188509371
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