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202. American Civil War: Gettysburg (Part 3)

The Rest Is History

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Commemoration and Remembrance

This chapter examines how the American Civil War and the Gettysburg Address shaped the act of commemorating the deceased, influenced by classical oratory like Pericles' funeral speech. It contrasts historical and modern cemetery practices while addressing the challenges of identifying fallen soldiers, culminating in a reflection on the enduring legacy of the Gettysburg Address.

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