1.6K views · 84 reactions | Abraham Lincoln’s 2nd inaugural address in 1865 captured the nation’s trauma over the Civil War & its hopes for the future. It is remembered by his immortal phrase, “with malice toward none, with charity for all.” The Library’s Civil War historian Michelle Krowl explains. | The Library of Congress | Facebook

41 reactions | The Civil War tore America apart—and Abraham Lincoln bore its weight. In his second inaugural address, he called the nation to healing: “With malice toward none, with charity for all…” Arnold Friberg’s Portrait of Abraham Lincoln captures that moment of resolve and compassion. It’s more than a painting—it’s a reminder of the courage to pursue unity, even in the face of division. | First Freedom Art Company | Facebook