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Bibliography

Primary Sources
Lincoln, Abraham. "Lincoln's "House Divided Speech"" PBS. PBS, n.d. Web. 11 Dec. 2014.
<http://www.pbs.org/ >.
This speech was given by Abraham Lincoln before his presidency and the Civil War. He
used it to address the issue of slavery and the nation falling apart. He said A house divided
against itself cannot stand. This will prove a thesis that Lincoln wanted to preserve the
Union.
Abraham Lincoln. 2014. The History Channel website. Dec 5 2014, 5:35
<http://www.history.com>.
This website shows nineteen photos of Abraham Lincoln from various parts of his lifetime.
Most of them are actual photos of him and others are paintings and pictures of his family.
Each picture comes with a short description of what the picture is and who the
photographer is. These photos will be used in a website.









"13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution: Abolition of Slavery (1865)." March 2, 1861, April 8,
1864, January 31, 1865, February 1, 1865, December 6, 1865. 13th Amendment to the U.S.


Constitution: Abolition of Slavery (1865). March 2, 1861, April 8, 1864, January 31, 1865,
February 1, 1865, December 6, 1865. 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution: Abolition of
Slavery (1865). World Book Advanced. Web. 16 Oct. 2014.
<http://www.worldbookonline.com>
This 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution officially abolished slavery in the United
States in 1865. It states that slavery and involuntary servitude would no longer exist in the
United States. Slavery could only exist if it was used as punishment for a crime. The 13th
amendment also gives Congress the power to enforce the amendment. This document
helped in research to prove that Abraham Lincolns goal to abolish slavery was met.
The Election on Tuesday. Belmont Chronicle. St. Clairsville, Ohio, Nov. 10, 1864. Web. 9
November 2014. <http://www.chronicalingamerica.loc.gov>.
This newspaper article discusses President Lincoln being re-elected by a sweeping
majority. It gives a breakdown of the results from several states. This newspaper article
will be used to prove that Lincoln was a good leader because a great majority of people
chose to re-elect him.

Lincoln, Abraham. "Emancipation in the United States." A.D. 1862. The Great Events by Famous
Historians, Vol 18. Harrogate, TN: The National Alumni, 1926. World Book Advanced. Web. 2
Nov. 2014. <http://www.worldbookonline.com>.


In this excerpt from the book The Great Events by Famous Historians, Abraham Lincoln
explains how he wanted to deal with the Union and the issue of slavery. His ultimate goal was to
save the union, not abolish slavery but, he believed it was key to preserving the Union. Abraham
Lincoln explains his reasoning for delaying the Emancipation Proclamation. This document
helped in research to support a thesis that Abraham Lincoln wanted to save the Union and
abolish slavery.
Lincoln, Abraham. "Lincolns Gettysburg Address." 19 November 1863. The Civil War, 18611865. World Book Advanced. Web. 3 Nov. 2014.<http://worldbookonline.com>.
Abraham Lincoln gave this speech after the Battle of Gettysburg in 1865. He reminds America
that we are dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal. He gives his
definition of Americas democracy and the purpose of the Union fighting. He wants his audience
to be dedicated to saving the United States because so many soldiers died at the battle of
Gettysburg. This speech improves research by showing how Abraham Lincoln tried to keep the
Union together.

Lincoln, Abraham. "The Proclamation of Amnesty and Reconstruction."Proclamation of Amnesty and

Reconstruction, December 8, 1863. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 Nov. 2014.
<http://www.freedmen.umd.edu>.
This proclamation was Abraham Lincoln using his presidential power from the constitution to
grant pardons. He said he wouldnt charge the confederate states with treason for leaving the


Union and fighting against them. He said the confederate states would be restored with their
rights and all property except slaves. He declared any law in a states government should
recognize slaves freedom and provide for their education. He also said that everything about
the state (name and boundaries) would stay the same as it was before the Civil War. This helped
in research by showing Lincoln was willing to forgive the Confederacy to save the Union.
Lincoln, Abraham, and William H. Seward. "World Book Online Reference Center | Online Reference
Book| Online Encyclopedia." World Book. N.p., n.d. Web. 02 Nov. 2014
<http://worldbookonline.com>.
The Emancipation Proclamation by Abraham Lincoln declares that all slaves in Confederate
states as free. Lincoln wrote this proclamation because he felt it was a necessary war measure
for suppressing said rebellion. He declares that the free slaves should refrain from violence;
work only for money, and that they can be a part of the United States armed service. This
Proclamation helped in research by showing how Abraham Lincoln used his power to free
slaves.




Stanton, Edwin M. "President Lincoln Shot by an Assassin.; The Deed Done at Ford's Theatre Last
Night. THE ACT OF A DESPERATE REBEL The President Still Alive at Last Accounts. No
Hopes Entertained of His Recovery. Attempted Assassination of Secretary Seward. DETAILS
OF THE DREADFUL TRAGEDY." The New York Times. The New York Times, 15 Apr. 1865.
Web. 05 Dec. 2014. <http://www.nytimes.com.>
This Newspaper Article was written after Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. At the time
he was still alive but the writer wasnt expecting him to live. It states when, where, and how


the assassination happened. An assassin, who was unknown at that time, shot Abraham
Lincoln in the head. This newspaper will be used to provide information for research about
Lincolns death.
Secondary Sources
"Abraham Lincoln Biograpghy." Bio.com. A&E Networks Television, n.d. Web. 02 Dec. 2014.
<http://www.biography.com/>
This web page includes a biography about Abraham Lincoln. It has passages about his
childhood, law career, election and assassination. This webpage will be used to understand
Abraham Lincolns life.
Abraham Lincoln's House Divided Speech. Dir. Gilder Lehrman. Perf. Richard Nortan Smith. Abraham
Lincoln Quotes About Slavery (Including Sources). A&E Television Networks, 2014. Web. 14
Dec. 2014.< http://www.history.com/>.
In this video Richard Nortan Smith talks about Abraham Lincolns House Divided campaign
speech. He explains how courageous Lincoln was in order to give the speech. This video will be
used in a website.

Guelzo, Allen C. "Civil War, American." World Book Advanced. World Book, 2014. Web. 14 Dec.
2014.<http://www.worldbook.com>.
This article is describes the Civil War in detail. It talks about the causes and effects, slavery,
Lincolns role, and significant battles. This article will be used to have background information
about what Abraham Lincoln dealt with as a President during the Civil War.
Holzer, Harold. "Emancipation Proclamation." World Book Advanced. World Book, 2014. Web. 14
Nov. 2014. <http://www.worldbookonline.com/>.
This document explains the early views and effects of Abraham Lincolns Emancipation
Proclamation and his change in policy. At first the Northern states entered the Civil War to unite


the Union. In the midst of the war, Northerners tried to convince Lincoln to free slaves because
they believed it would help them win the war. Congress passed a law that said if Confederate
slaves crossed Union borders they were free. At this time, Lincoln decided to change his policy
on slavery and issue his Emancipation Proclamation. The Proclamation was an advantage to the
Union and hurt the Confederacy because many black slaves joined the Union army. The
Proclamation made the South lose allies and the North gain allies. This document helped in
research by explaining the causes and effects of Abraham Lincolns Emancipation Proclamation.
McComb, Marianne. The Emancipation Proclamation. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic
Society, 2006. Print.
This book includes chapters about the Civil War, a birth of freedom and an end to slavery.
This book also talks about the fugitive slave act in 1850, the Emancipation Proclamation,
and the ratification of the 13th amendment. This book will help in research by providing
information about the way Abraham Lincoln handled slavery in the Civil War.

"Miller Center." American President: Abraham Lincoln: Family Life. Rector and Visitors of the
University of Virginia, 2014. Web. 13 Nov. 2014. <http://millercenter.org/>.
This document tells about how Abraham Lincoln lived with his family in the White House
during the Civil War. Lincoln was self-educated and loved to read from famous authors. Edwin
Everett says, My speech will soon be forgotten, yours never will be. How gladly I would
exchange my hundred pages for your twenty lines, referring to the Gettysburg Address. Lincoln
had chronic depression and made references to death in several of his writings. He used humor to
deal with his depression and to drive home his points. This document helped in research by
providing information about Abraham Lincolns personality and character.


"Miller Center." American President: Abraham Lincoln: Impact and Legacy. Rector and Visitors of the
University of Virginia, 2014. Web. 08 Nov. 2014. <http://millercenter.org/>.
This document explains Abraham Lincolns impact and legacy on America. He was ranked as
the best president in 1982 but, when he was President many people despised him. After he died
he was worshipped as the liberator of the slaves and savior of the Union. Hes known for his
forgiveness because he gave so many pardons to people that were opposed to his views. He is
praised for saving the union and the process of ending slavery and his process in doing so. This
document helped in research by describing Abraham Lincolns greatest accomplishments during
his presidency.

Moreton, Catherine L. "10 Qualities That Made Abraham Lincoln a Great Leader." 10 Qualities That
Made Abraham Lincoln a Great Leader. HR and Employment Law White Papers, 25 June 2008.
Web. 13 Nov. 2014. <http://hr.blr.com/>.
This document explains ten of Abraham Lincolns leadership qualities. He was able to
withstand adversity and to move forward in the face of frustration. He was honest about his
weaknesses and stood up for his cabinet. Lincoln was able to control his anger in a wellmannered way, show his support for his troops, and stand his ground when it came to slavery.
Leo Tolstoy said this about Lincolns greatness, integrity of his character and moral fiber of his
being. This document helped in research because it gave multiple reasons to prove a thesis that
Abraham Lincoln was a great leader.


Morgan, Thad. "Sojourner Truth Meets Abraham LincolnOn Equal Ground." Bio.com. A&E
Networks Television, 26 Nov. 2013. Web. 05 Dec. 2014. <http://www.biography.com/>
This article was written in remembrance of Sojourner Truth, a African American
abolitionist. This article was about a specific time when she visited Abraham Lincoln at the
White House. This article helps in research because it gives an example of Lincolns
progress with the actions he took to abolish slavery.
Nortan, Roger. "Abraham Lincoln Quotes About Slavery (Including Sources)." Abraham Lincoln
Quotes About Slavery (Including Sources). Roger Nortan, 29 Dec. 1996. Web. 14 Dec. 2014.
<http://rogerjnorton.com/>.
This webpage includes 33 quotes from Abraham Lincoln regarding slavery in America. All
the quotes come from other various sources. They support the position that Abraham
Lincoln opposed slavery. These quotes will be used in a website.


Sreenivasan, Hari, and Richard N. Smith. "How Abraham Lincoln Shaped American Politics, Popular
Culture." PBS. PBS, 20 Feb. 2012. Web. 03 Nov. 2014. <http://www.pbs.org/>.
This transcript is from a video where Hari Sreenivasan and Richard Nortan Smith discussed the
ways that Abraham Lincoln influenced politics. They say that both former presidents, Dwight
Eisenhower and Franklin Roosevelt, looked up to Lincoln. President Obama says he believes the
way Lincoln did although he is a Democrat. They talk about the tragedies in Lincolns life, they
way that he dealt with them, and how they make him accessible to people. This transcript
improved research by giving examples of how Abraham Lincoln left a legacy in politics by
inspiring future leaders like Eisenhower, Roosevelt, and Obama.


"The Emancipation Proclamation." University of Delaware Library Special Collections: Abraham
Lincoln. UD Library Special Collections, 3 Dec. 2009. Web. 14 Oct.
2014.http://www.lib.udel.edu/
This article explains how Abraham Lincoln used The Emancipation Proclamation to
preserve the union and abolish slavery. After the Unions victory in the Battle of Antietam
in 1862 Lincoln released a decree saying all slaves would be free if the Confederacy
surrendered. This decree failed so Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. The
Proclamation didnt free slaves but it allowed slaves to join the Union army and fight the
confederacy. This article improved research by helping with understanding the steps
Abraham Lincoln took to abolish slavery and preserve the Union.

"10 Facts about the Emancipation Proclamation." Council on Foreign Relations. Council on Foreign
Relations, n.d. Web. 11 Dec. 2014. <http://www.civilwar.org/education/history/emancipation150/10-facts.html>. <http://www.civilwar.org/>.
This is a list of 10 facts about Abraham Lincolns Emancipation Proclamation. The third fact
explains how when Lincoln proposed the Emancipation Proclamation to his cabinet they didnt
support him. This proves a thesis that Lincoln stood strong when people disagreed with him.