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What was Lincoln primary purpose for delivering the Gettysburg address?
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What would not be considered a primary source for a history term paper on Lincoln's Gettysburg Address?
A contemporary scholar's discussion of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address would not be considered a primary source, but a secondary source. It may still be a valid source of information, however.
Is the Gettysburg Address a primary source?
Yes or no
Who was the secondary speaker at Gettysburg in November 1863?
Edward Everritts was the primary speaker. Lincoln was secondary.
How did the Gettsyburg Address effect the War?
The Gettysburg Address had little or no effect on the War. When President Lincoln gave the address it was not considered to be much. The primary speaker went on for a long time before Lincoln did his very short speech. Over the years, people have come to realize just how powerful the words were, and how the values represented what was being fought for.
In this address what does Lincoln put forth as his primary desire?
to bind the nation's wounds
Who was the key note speaker when the Gettysburg Address was delivered?
The term "key note speaker" was not in use at the time of the Civil War. The primary speaking attraction at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery at Gettysburg on 19 November 1963 was Edward Everett, who delivered a two-hour oration. Aside from prayers offered by two ministers, Lincoln and Everett were the only speakers. There was also music by two bands, a Hymn and a Dirge.
When was Lincoln Primary School created?
Lincoln Primary School was created in 1866.
What is Lincoln Primary School's motto?
The motto of Lincoln Primary School is 'Lincoln Primary Students achieve personal excellence through being curious, caring and confident.'.
Why is it that Gettysburg address was considered to be such a failure when it was delivered why do you think it is now viewed with so much respect?
Lincoln wasn't the primary speaker. His speech game after a long one and was short. Many people didn't hear it very well, there were no sound systems in those days. The concise verbiage and the sentiment touch a nerve in everyone who read it.
Who was involved in creating the Gettysburg Address?
There are two key aspects to the Gettysburg Address:1. The principal address was given by Edward Everett. It is some 13,600 words long, and it took him two hours to give it.2. After Everett spoke, President Lincoln gave a short address which was only about ten sentences and was delivered in about two minutes. Although much shorter, it is Lincoln's outstanding concluding speech that is more frequently referred to as the 'Gettysburg address.'Everett wrote his own words, and Lincoln wrote his. However, analysis of the texts, particularly of Lincoln's, indicates that, in part, both drew upon familiar ancient texts and literary styles.Obviously the American Civil War provided the primary motivation and inspiration for the address. Then unfolding circumstances led to the creation and delivery of the speeches on that day. Every speech needs an audience. The addresses were prepared with the needs of that audience firmly in mind. To that extent, it can be said that the audience themselves, including supporting dignitaries and functionaries, were as much a part of the 'creation' of the Gettysburg address as those involved in its presentation.List of those 'involved' in the Gettysburg Address:Abraham Lincoln: He gave his short address as the final speech at the opening and dedication of the new Soldier's National Cemetery on Nov 19, 1863.Edward Everett: the person originally chosen to make the speech at the opening ceremony. But he asked for more time to prepare a good speech. The organizing committee agreed to this, and about two weeks or so before the event President Lincoln was also invited to attend and to say a few words to those present.David Wills: He set the wheels in motion for this local cemetery to be state funded, and was key organizer of the events of the day. He was also Lincoln's host after Lincoln arrived in Gettysburg the day before the opening ceremony. Consequently Lincoln stayed the night as a guest at Wills' house in Gettysburg Square that night. Doubtless Lincoln and Wills would have discussed important issues together.William H. Seward (Secretary of State) and Salmon P. Chase (Secretary of the Treasury) flanked Lincoln as he rode on horseback to the cemetery.Numerous dignitaries, townspeople, and widows joined the procession.Many state Governors supported Lincoln, and six of them attended:-Governor Andrew Gregg Curtin of Pennsylvania, who was also very much involved in organizing military matters in the American civil war that was still raging at that time. Curtin was also played a major part in founding the cemetery.Gov. Augustus Bradford of Maryland,Gov. Oliver P. Morton of IndianaGov. Horatio Seymour of New YorkGov. Joel Parker of New JerseyGov. David Tod of OhioAlso in attendance:William McDougall, Canadian politician.Ward Hill Lamon, Lincoln's bodyguard, was close at hand throughout, and stood beside Lincoln as he gave his address.About fifteen thousand locals and supporters who were in the audience.Involved in the organizational side, under David Will's oversight, were Birgfield's Band, and the Marine Band, and a choir, providing musicB.B. French, writer of the special dedication hymnsong.Reverend T.H. Stockton, D.D and Reverend H.L. Baugher, D.D. who offered the prayers at the dedication.Key DatesThe Gettysburg cemetery blessing ceremony was originally scheduled for October 23. and, on October 10th, renowned public speaker Edward Everett was invited by the organizing committee to give the main speech. However, Everett asked them for more time to write and compose his oratory. The committee agreed and subsequently rescheduled it for another day, November 19th, almost a month later than the original date. Thus Everett had a total of forty days to prepare his script.On November 2nd, after the original date for the ceremony had come and gone, and in the light of 'anti-war-effort' sentiments now arising, it seemed opportune to the committee to invite the President of the Union, Abraham Lincoln, to make, after Everett's speech, a brief few words to the people who would gather at the cemetery. Lincoln accepted, and travelled by train to Gettysburg, arriving the day before the event. Overall, Lincoln had just seventeen days, while the civil war was still being fought, to prepare his speech.EDWARD EVERETT --the part he played in the creation of the Gettysburg AddressEdward Everett Ph.D. gave the main oratory at the Gettysburg Address. His speech is known as the Gettysburg Oration. Being an academic, educationalist and theologian, Everett reminded his listeners of the relevance and significance of historic precedents, and of the hand of 'Providence' in the current state of affairs: " .... that gracious Providence which overrules all things for the best, ..."Taking 'providence' into account, it seems appropriate to consider that, if Everett had actually accepted the first date proposed for the cemetery dedication ceremony, it is highly unlikely that the committee would have actually invited President Lincoln to also attend and to say a few words! And, had they not invited him, he would never have written and delivered what has come to be one of the most famous speeches of all time!In other words, by the mere fact of his asking for more time, Everett actually played a not insignificant part in the chain of events which led to Abraham Lincoln writing and delivering his history-changing 'freedom and equality' speech at the Gettysburg Address!For more information, see 'Related links' below.
What is the main idea of the gettysburg address?
Delivered on November 19, 1863, in the town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, President Lincoln's 'Gettysburg Address' contained two main ideas. The first was the idea of honoring the persons who had fallen, either to death or through being wounded, during the recent battle in the town. The second was an inspirational idea: Lincoln sought to inspire the listeners to commit themselves to the 'great task' remaining, which was to bring the Civil War to a successful conclusion.
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