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'Emancipating Lincoln': A Pragmatic Proclamation

Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation on Jan. 1, 1863. The 150-year-old document has suffered damage from handling and light deterioration. You can learn more and get a closer look at the five-page proclamation <a href=&quot;http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/featured_documents/emancipation_proclamation/&quot;>at the National Archives website</a>. (AFP/Getty Images)
Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation on Jan. 1, 1863. The 150-year-old document has suffered damage from handling and light deterioration. You can learn more and get a closer look at the five-page proclamation at the National Archives website. (AFP/Getty Images)

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