How We Elected Lincoln Personal Recollections of Lincoln and Men of His Time - Abram J Dittenhoefer

Logic Library · Jul 30, 2026 · 2h 21m

In "How We Elected Lincoln: Personal Recollections of Lincoln and Men of His Time," Abram J. Dittenhoefer shares his firsthand experiences campaigning for Abraham Lincoln during the pivotal elections of 1860 and 1864. As the last surviving presidential elector for Lincoln at the time of his death in 1919, Dittenhoefer provides a unique perspective on the memorable campaigns and the character of the "immortal Emancipator." His memoir not only captures the fervor of a nation at a crossroads but also highlights themes of civic duty and the importance of protecting the press, which remain…