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Springfield, Illinois

This was where Lincoln got his political start in the state senate, and was also his launching platform for his Presidential campaign.

Gettysburg

This was the bloodiest battle in the Civil War, where Robert E. Lee's army met George Meade's Union forces. The Union emerged victorious, but each side suffered heavy casualties.

White House

This was Lincoln's official home as President.

Appomattox Courthouse

This is where General Lee surrendered his army to General Grant on April 9, 1865.

Emancipation Proclamation

This is the Thirteenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States.

Richmond, Virginia

This is the Confederate capital city.

Battle of Bull Run

This was a humiliating defeat for the Union, when the Grand Army disintegrated in the face of adversity.

Army of the Potomac

Stationed in Virginia, this had its unfortunate share of incompetent Generals, finally ending when General Grant took command.

Ford's Theatre

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