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Abraham Lincoln, Sarah Josepha Hale, and Thanksgiving

Author Melanie Kirkpatrick talked about the history of Thanksgiving in America, including President Lincoln’s proclamation in 1863 during th… read more

Author Melanie Kirkpatrick talked about the history of Thanksgiving in America, including President Lincoln’s proclamation in 1863 during the Civil War making it a national holiday. She also reflected on the life of Sarah Josepha Hale, a magazine editor known as the “Godmother of Thanksgiving,” who lobbied President Lincoln to create the holiday. This event was part of the annual Lincoln Forum symposium in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. close

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Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States
First Aired:
Jan 20, 2018 | 7:14pm EST | C-SPAN 3
Last Aired:
Dec 02, 2018 | 7:55am EST | C-SPAN 3

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  • Jan 20, 2018 | 7:14pm EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Nov 24, 2018 | 4:00pm EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Nov 25, 2018 | 2:00am EST | C-SPAN 3
  • Dec 02, 2018 | 7:55am EST | C-SPAN 3
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