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It was Lincoln's turn to speak. In 272 words, he did more than dedicate a cemetery -- he dedicated the living to nothing less than "a new birth of freedom" in a land itself re-dedicated to the old idea that all men were created equal. Thought few guessed it at the time, Lincoln had delivered the most famous speech in American history. His tribute to government of, by, and for, the people continues to inspire freedom-living people the world over. |