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mahatmakanejeeves

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Tue Jun 17, 2025, 01:15 PM Jun 17

On June 16, 1858, Abraham Lincoln wrote, "A house divided against itself, cannot stand." [View all]

Abraham Lincoln declared, 165 years ago today, "A house divided against itself, cannot stand." Here are some of his early notes that led to this crucial address:





Mon Jun 17, 2024: On June 16, 1858, Abraham Lincoln wrote, "A house divided against itself, cannot stand."

Fri Jun 16, 2023: On this day, June 16, 1858, Abraham Lincoln wrote, "A house divided against itself, cannot stand."

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Mon Jun 20, 2022: Learn Our History Today: On June 16, 1858, Abraham Lincoln gave his famous "House Divided"
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