{"id":18657,"date":"2024-04-22T12:27:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-22T12:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/?p=18657"},"modified":"2024-09-27T11:29:21","modified_gmt":"2024-09-27T11:29:21","slug":"abraham-lincolns-two-hundred-fifteenth-birthday-celebration-in-springfield","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/abraham-lincolns-two-hundred-fifteenth-birthday-celebration-in-springfield\/","title":{"rendered":"Abraham Lincoln\u2019s 215th Birthday Celebration in Springfield, Illinois"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row_content&#8221; el_id=&#8221;blogmain&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1670237436707{padding-right: 10% !important;}&#8221;][vc_column css_animation=&#8221;slideInLeft&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;leftsection&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a class=\"scrollTo\" href=\"#one\"> Lincolnian Insights and Scholarly Perspectives<br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a class=\"scrollTo\" href=\"#two\"> Honoring Mr. Lincoln\u2019s Enduring Influence <\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a class=\"scrollTo\" href=\"#four\"> A Legacy That Transcends Time<br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a class=\"scrollTo\" href=\"#five\"> Opportunities Beyond the Banquet <\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;rightsection&#8221;][vc_row_inner el_id=&#8221;one&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On February 17th, 2024, Abraham Lincoln admirers, enthusiasts, and distinguished authors gathered together in Springfield, Illinois, to celebrate Mr. Lincoln\u2019s 215th birthday. For academics and students of Mr. Lincoln, there is perhaps no more of an endearing pilgrimage than attending the annual <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/abrahamlincolnassociation.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abraham Lincoln Association<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (ALA) banquet. For participants, the shared commitment to preserving Lincoln\u2019s legacy and enduring influence on American history is precious.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Lincolnian Insights and Scholarly Perspectives<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The celebration commenced with the Benjamin P. Thomas Memorial Symposium and the Thomas F. Schwartz Luncheon featured five renowned scholars and authors who offered perspectives on Lincoln\u2019s life and presidency. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18682\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18682\" style=\"width: 548px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image1.jpg\" alt=\"sameer-somal-at-abraham-lincoln-birthday-celebration\" width=\"548\" height=\"411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image1.jpg 833w, https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 548px) 100vw, 548px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18682\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.girlpowertalk.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Girl Power Talk<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colby.edu\/people\/people-directory\/elizabeth-leonard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elizabeth Leonard<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a well-known scholar and author, captivated the audience with her discussion about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.in\/Benjamin-Franklin-Butler-Fearless-America-ebook\/dp\/B09DRLZ4WQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General Benjamin Butler<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a controversial figure from the Civil War era.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/history.ua.edu\/people\/george-c-rable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">George C. Rable<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Professor Emeritus at the University of Alabama, engaged attendees with his exploration of the dynamics between George McClellan and Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War through his acclaimed book <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Conflict-Command-McClellan-Conflicting-Dimensions\/dp\/0807179779\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conflict of Command<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gordonleidner.com\/about-gordon-leidner.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gordon Leidner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> discussed his book\u00a0 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Abraham-Lincoln-Bible-Complete-Compendium\/dp\/0809339005\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abraham Lincoln with the Bible<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, examining the scriptures&#8217; influence on his leadership and the abolitionist movement.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.csbsju.edu\/political-science\/faculty\/james-read\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">James H. Read<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, Professor of Political Science at the College of St. Benedict and St. John\u2019s University, offered insights from his latest book, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Sovereign-Free-People-Lincoln-Majority\/dp\/0700634770\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sovereign of a Free People: Abraham Lincoln, Majority Rule, and Slavery<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michaelburlingame.com\/biography.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michael Burlingame<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, distinguished historian and author of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.in\/Abraham-Lincoln-Life-M-Burlingame\/dp\/0801889936\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abraham Lincoln: A Life<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, moderated a panel that facilitated spirited discussion and reflection on Lincoln\u2019s timeless legacy.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There were also opportunities for book signings, where readers could glean firsthand insights from the authors. Such interactions were memorable for those seeking to expand their understanding of President Lincoln.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18685\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18685\" style=\"width: 569px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18685\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image3-1.jpg\" alt=\"abraham-lincoln\" width=\"569\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image3-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image3-1-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image3-1-768x499.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 569px) 100vw, 569px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18685\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sameer Somal engages panelists on their shared affinity for Mr. Lincoln.\u00a0<br \/>Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.girlpowertalk.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Girl Power Talk<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner el_id=&#8221;two&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Honoring Mr. Lincoln\u2019s Enduring Influence<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The evening commenced with camaraderie as guests socialized, setting the tone for an intellectually stimulating banquet. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/abrahamlincolnassociation.org\/banquet-gallery\/?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email#2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nigel Hamilton<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an eminent writer renowned for his insightful analysis of political leaders and military commanders, delivered a keynote address titled \u201cLincoln and Roosevelt: Two Wartime Commanders in Chief.\u201d He provided attendees with a fresh perspective on Lincoln\u2019s leadership during one of the nation\u2019s most turbulent periods.\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner el_id=&#8221;three&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Amidst the day-long celebration, attendees indulged in some of their favorite Lincoln moments, facts, and stories from the great raconteur. Below are some lesser-known facts about our beloved 16th president:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mr. Lincoln owned a German-language newspaper, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illinois Staats-Anzeiger<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, to influence the valuable voting bloc in the 1860 elections.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Secret Service was established and put in motion by President Lincoln on the same day he was assassinated in Washington, D.C.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mr. Lincoln redefined Thanksgiving by issuing a proclamation in 1863, officially declaring the last Thursday in November a national holiday.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The United States Department of Agriculture was established by Abraham Lincoln, who signed the legislation during the Civil War to support farmers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner el_id=&#8221;four&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>A Legacy That Transcends Time<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The event is more than a commemoration of the past, but rather a reaffirmation of Lincoln\u2019s timeless ideals of equality, justice, and unity. The Abraham Lincoln Association, through the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/abrahamlincolnassociation.org\/journal-abraham-lincoln-association\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Journal of The Abraham Lincoln Association<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and newsletters, actively supports Lincoln scholarship and hosts annual symposiums and banquets to preserve and share the extraordinary story of Abraham Lincoln with the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To learn more about the ALA, please contact Kay Smith at <\/span><a href=\"mailto:kaysmith.ala@gmail.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kaysmith.ala@gmail.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18689\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18689\" style=\"width: 408px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18689\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image4.jpg\" alt=\"abraham-lincoln\" width=\"408\" height=\"543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image4.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.blueoceanglobaltech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/image4-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 408px) 100vw, 408px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18689\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.girlpowertalk.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Girl Power Talk<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner el_id=&#8221;five&#8221;][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Opportunities Beyond the Banquet<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Girl Power Talk also offers an Abraham Lincoln Research Fellow Internship for students and young professionals: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/girlpowertalk.com\/apply-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply now<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking to invest your time in the study of Mr. Lincoln, work on a CLE program, write an article together, or simply make a new friend who shares your interest, please feel free to reach out to us:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anshika<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sr. Writer<br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"mailto:anshika.ganjoo@blueoceanglobaltech.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anshika.ganjoo@blueoceanglobaltech.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sameer Somal<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CEO<br \/>\n<\/span><a href=\"mailto:ssomal@blueoceanglobaltech.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ssomal@blueoceanglobaltech.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are a team of global professionals committed to learning, excellence and helping our clients achieve optimal results. 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