Abraham Lincoln: A Background Study
1951 · 16m · Documentary
Studies Abraham Lincoln in relation to the historical period in which he lived. Analyzes his historical contributions and shows the Kentucky hills, Indiana backwoods and Illinois prairie country where he traveled.
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