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

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 offers a unique perspective on the immortal Emancipator and the significant political landscape of his era. His memoir not only chronicles the fervor of Lincoln's campaigns but also highlights the enduring principles of democracy and the protection of free speech, themes that resonate profoundly in today's society.