Such a man the times have demanded, and such, in the providence of God…

Abraham Lincoln
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Such a man the times have demanded, and such, in the providence of God was given us. But he is gone. Let us strive to deserve, as far as mortals may, the continued care of Divine Providence, trusting that, in future national emergencies, He will not fail to provide us the instruments of safety and security. ✨ Abraham Lincoln (2008). The Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln, p.132, Wildside Press LLC
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