Card from May. 1, 1865
National day of fasting and prayer
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National day of fasting and prayer
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President Andrew Johnson declared June 1, 1865, to be a “national day of fasting and prayer.” People all over the country collected mourning cards like this one as a way to take part in the observances.
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This item is in the public domain and may be reproduced and used for any purpose, including research, teaching, private study, publication, broadcast or commercial use, with proper citation and attribution.
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unknown. "National day of fasting and prayer". Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed November 21, 2024. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/888
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1865
Card from May. 1, 1865
National day of fasting and prayer
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Description
President Andrew Johnson declared June 1, 1865, to be a “national day of fasting and prayer.” People all over the country collected mourning cards like this one as a way to take part in the observances.
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Source
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Rights
This item is in the public domain and may be reproduced and used for any purpose, including research, teaching, private study, publication, broadcast or commercial use, with proper citation and attribution.
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unknown
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Date
May 1, 1865