検索キーワード： 著者 "Abram J. Dittenhoefer" すべてのカテゴリー

Dittenhoefer as a young man campaigned for Lincoln in 1860 and was an elector for Lincoln in the presidential election of 1864. Born in Charleston, South Carolina, of German immigrant parents, he moved with his parents to New York City. He had a distinguished career as a lawyer and judge. He was instrumental in establishing the principle that newspapers were protected from disclosing the source of confidential information. When he died in 1919 he was the last surviving presidential elector for Abraham Lincoln. This 1916 memoir “…offers my personal recollections of the immortal Emancipator,...

Delve into the rich tapestry of American history through the personal lens of those who witnessed the rise of Abraham Lincoln, as suggested by the title. This podcast invites listeners to explore the intricate dynamics of political campaigns, the fervor of grassroots movements, and the profound impact of leadership during a pivotal era. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that brings to life the recollections and insights of individuals who played crucial roles in Lincoln's elections, offering unique perspectives on the man behind the myth. This is not a single narrative, but rather...