Anti-slavery hero recalls a speech on the eve of Civil War

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1865 1ed Life of Abraham Lincoln Civil War American President Speeches Slavery “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.” ― Abraham Linc

1865 1ed Life of Abraham Lincoln Civil War American President Speeches Slavery “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.” ― Abraham Linc

1865 1ed Life of Abraham Lincoln Civil War American President Speeches Slavery “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.” ― Abraham Linc

1865 1ed Life of Abraham Lincoln Civil War American President Speeches Slavery “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.” ― Abraham Linc

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1864 John Jay Second Letter on Federalist American Constitution Civil War Dawson John Jay II (1817–1894) was the grandson of Chief Justice of the same name. He was a diplomat and anti-slavery activi