Memorial Address: Life and Character of Abraham Lincoln By George Bancroft / SOLD

Memorial Address: Life and Character of Abraham Lincoln By George Bancroft - Inventory Number:  POL 251 / SOLD

American historian and statesman, George Bancroft, was chosen by Congress to deliver a special eulogy for President Lincoln on February 12, 1866. Bancroft addressed both Houses and spoke about the "Life and Character" of the President.

This booklet includes a transcription of Bancroft's speech as well as an appendix of Congressional meetings and letters generated after the first news of the President's death in 1865.

 Inventory Number:  POL 251 / SOLD