Framed Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address

Product Description:

• Proudly handmade in the USA
• Wood Frame with Mat, Glass Front, Paper Duster Backing with Wire Hanger
• Printed on antique parchment paper that goes through an 11 step process to give it an aged authentic look. Each paper is unique with characteristics such as (but not limited to), golden or yellow hues, crinkling, puckering.
• Frame measures approx. 22" wide and 19 1/2" tall
• Font size approx. 10pt script

Product Details:

Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address was delivered on March 4, 1865, as the Civil War was nearing its conclusion. The nation was weary from four years of conflict, and Lincoln was preparing the country for the challenges of Reconstruction. Lincoln's address set a tone for Reconstruction that was more about healing than punishment, influencing policies that aimed at reintegrating the Southern states while protecting the rights of the newly freed slaves. The speech is often cited for its moral depth, reflecting on the war not just as a political or military conflict but as a moral reckoning for the nation. Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address is considered one of the greatest American speeches, praised for its brevity, depth, and the way it addressed the nation's soul. Tragically, Lincoln would be assassinated just over a month later, making his words resonate even more profoundly in history.