On President's Day Mr. Lincoln shares his ever-evolving perspectives on the subjects of slavery, emancipation, and equality. Mr. Lincoln is portrayed by professional Lincoln presenter Kevin Wood.
On President’s Day 2021, Mr. Lincoln shares his ever-evolving perspectives on the subjects of slavery, emancipation, and equality, including the relationship between the white and black races during his times. He discusses his own political views on slavery and emancipation and how these gradually shifted over the years. And, of course, he discusses the great events of his presidency as related to these issues, including the significant decisions to issue the Emancipation Proclamation, to allow blacks to join the armed forces, to give up on the idea of colonizing blacks elsewhere, and to advocate for black suffrage. Mr. Lincoln is portrayed by professional Lincoln presenter Kevin Wood. View at facebook.com/mybcpl or youtube.com/mybcpl.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Library Event |
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