Lincoln's Forgotten Ally

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Channel: Library of Congress · 2013 · Education

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In a new biography, author Elizabeth D. Leonard illuminates the history of this seldom-discussed but important figure in Lincoln's presidency.

For captions, transcript, and more information visit http://www.loc.gov/today/cyberlc/feature_wdesc.php?rec=5766.

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