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1852
Apr 7
1860
Age: 7y
| 1860 • While campaigning for the presidency, Abraham Lincoln makes a speech defending the right to strike. |
1863
Aug 10
Age: 11y
| 1863 • American Civil War: Following his defeat in the Battle of Gettysburg, General Robert E. Lee sends a letter of resignation to Confederate President Jefferson Davis (Davis refuses the request upon receipt). |