A Memorial to Lincoln

The Lincoln Memorial is supported by 36 Greek columns which represent the 36 states that existed at the time of Lincoln’s death. Abraham Lincoln freed the slaves. It is a memorial to Abraham in memory of the Civil War.

The most important issue facing the nation during Abraham’s time was slavery. Slavery existed throughout the South. Whether slavery would expand into the new states of the west was a question on everyone’s mind. Although Lincoln was defeated in the senatorial election against Douglas, the 1858 debates made him famous across the country. “I believe I have made some marks which will tell for the cause of civil liberty,” said Lincoln. He would be elected President.

Kevin Smith

10/20/03