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Preparation for Final Proclamation
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Abraham Lincoln & Freedom
Preparation for Final Proclamation
Pressure grew on President Lincoln during December 1862. Two Washingtonians, Dr. Byron Sunderland and Zenas. S. Robbins, visited Mr. Lincoln to lobby for emancipation on the Sunday before the final…
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