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Lincoln photo revealed portrait of a leader

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Lincoln photo revealed portrait of a leader

Lincoln photo revealed portrait of a leader

For a nation in turmoil, this photo of Abraham Lincoln showed strength.

For more, watch “Lincoln: Divided We Stand” Sunday at 10 p.m.

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