1865 Rare Funeral Eulogy on Abraham Lincoln / Military Authorities Norfolk VA

[President Lincoln Eulogy] Funeral Eulogy on Abraham Lincoln Delivered Before the Military Authorities in Norfolk, VA, Wednesday, April 19^th, 1865. By P.S. Evans, Chaplain 13^th N.Y. H. Artillery.

Norfolk, VA: Office of the Old Dominion. 1865. 9” x 5.5”. 20 pages. Some nicks and tears on cover with very minor staining. Pages generally clean with text somewhat faded in parts (due to printing). Very good condition overall.

Rare document, no physical copies found in OCLC.

Philip Saffrey Evans delivered a heartfelt eulogy for Abraham Lincoln on April 19, 1865, in Norfolk, VA, shortly after Lincoln's assassination. Evans highlighted Lincoln's humble beginnings, his rise to the presidency, and his unwavering commitment to justice and equality. He praised Lincoln's integrity, wisdom, and compassion, emphasizing his role in preserving the Union and ending slavery through the Emancipation Proclamation and the 13th Amendment. Evans described Lincoln as a unifying figure who connected with people from all walks of life and maintained a strong moral compass.

In his concluding remarks, Evans called on the audience to honor Lincoln's legacy by continuing his work towards unity and equality. He expressed hope that Lincoln's vision for a united and free America would endure and inspire future generations. The eulogy not only commemorated Lincoln's life and achievements but also served as a call to action for the nation to uphold the values he stood for.