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The deathbed of President Abraham Lincoln, Washington, D. C. 15 April 1865. Lithograph by Currier & Ives, 1865
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The deathbed of President Abraham Lincoln, Washington, D. C. 15 April 1865. Lithograph by Currier & Ives, 1865
DEATH OF LINCOLN, 1865.
The deathbed of President Abraham Lincoln, Washington, D.C. 15 April 1865. Lithograph by Currier & Ives, 1865
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The Deathbed of President Abraham Lincoln - A Glimpse into a Nation's Mourning
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant lithograph by Currier & Ives captures the somber scene at the Petersen House in Washington, D. C. on April 15,1865. The nation was reeling from the shocking assassination of President Abraham Lincoln just days earlier. In this image, we witness a crowd gathered around the deathbed where the lifeless body of America's beloved leader lies. The composition is filled with individuals who played significant roles during this tumultuous time in American history. Among them are Charles Sumner and Salmon Chase, prominent figures within the Republican Party, as well as Andrew Johnson, who would assume the presidency following Lincoln's tragic demise. Military leaders such as Edwin Stanton and Henry Halleck stand alongside political figures like Gideon Welles and Schuyler Colfax. As we observe this scene frozen in time through an artist's lens, it becomes evident that not only did Lincoln's untimely death leave a void in leadership but also plunged a grieving nation into uncertainty. The lithograph serves as both a historical record and a testament to the enduring impact of one man on his countrymen. In its intricate details and emotional depth, this print encapsulates not only tragedy but also resilience - reminding us that even amidst great loss, hope can emerge from darkness.
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