The Lincoln Memorial was built to honour Abraham Lincoln. Test your knowledge of the iconic Lincoln Memorial! Explore its ...

In 1865, Congress passes the 13th Amendment. The war ends, Lincoln is assassinated and the states ratify the amendment later ...

Description A print for the United States Postal Service Emancipation Proclamation Forever stamp. The rectangular print has a white background and is covered in text in black and red ink that reads ...

A print for the USPS Emancipation Proclamation Forever Stamp. The rectangular sheet has a yellow background and is covered in text in black ink that reads [HENCEFORWARD / SHALL BE / FREE / ...

Description A print for the USPS Emancipation Proclamation Forever Stamp. The rectangular sheet has a blue and yellow background and is covered in text in black ink that reads [HENCEFORWARD / SHALL BE ...

GENERAL ORDERS, No. 3. -- The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, "all slaves are free." ...