Delve into a pivotal moment in American history with "Abraham Lincoln's Lost Speech, May 29, 1856." This historical document captures a speech delivered by Abraham Lincoln during a crucial period leading up to the Civil War. Officially titled "A Souvenir of the Eleventh Annual Lincoln Dinner of the Republican Club of the City of New York, at the Waldorf, February 12, 1897," this text provides insight into Lincoln's evolving views on slavery and the burgeoning Republican Party. Focusing on the volatile issue of slavery in Kansas, the speech illuminates the political landscape of 1856 and Lincoln's growing prominence as a voice against the expansion of slavery. This meticulously prepared print edition offers readers a direct connection to Lincoln's powerful rhetoric and the complex debates that shaped the nation. A vital resource for understanding the political and social climate of 19th-century America and the critical years before the Civil War.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.