Sharing White House History about Abraham Lincoln
The White House Historical Association and presidential libraries, historic homes, and museums have a shared goal of providing access to...
Noah Brooks and the Lincoln White House - Photo 3
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- Library of Congress
Noah Brooks and the Lincoln White House - Photo 3
Major General Joseph Hooker (1814-1879), who commanded the Army of the Potomac during January-June 1863.
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