Lincoln Spoke Here
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Lincoln's only political speech in his native state.
Waymark Code: WM44E3
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 07/05/2008
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Lincoln Spoke Here
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Abraham Lincoln's only political speech in his native state, here, in 1840, at age 31. An elector from Illinois, he campaigned for the Whig Presidental candidate William Henry Harrison. From Shawneetown, across the river, Lincoln led parade. Young ladies rode on floats drawn by white horses. Cannon for salute, burst upon firing. Its breech is at Kentucky Historical Society.
Location Type: Historic Marker
Property Type: Public
Date of Event: 1840
Location Notes: Not listed
URL for Additional Information: Not listed
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