1863 Abraham Lincoln & New Granada Document

SKU
EP1924
In stock
$75.00
In January 14, 1863 Abraham Lincoln issued this two page Message from the President of the United States to Congress in reply to Congress's request as to why the credentials of the Minister to New Granada had not been presented. Lincoln explains his position, relative to a prior treaty and instability in the country. New Granada was comprised of parts o the present-day nations of Columbia, Panama and Brazil. In recent years historians have suggested that at one time President Lincoln had considered departing negro slaves to new colonies, such as New Granada. Original, two page document, removed from binder.
Historical Notes
A Civil War erupted in New Granada in the 1860's which ended in 1862 when the remaining leaders of the conservative opposition died or gave up.
Additional Information
More Information
Price$75.00
Conditionused
Product ConditionGood, some edge tears on where document was removed from binder
Size5.5" x 8.5"
You may also be interested in the following product(s)