President Lincoln's silk hat

de bene esse: literally, of well-being, morally acceptable but subject to future validation or exception

A closer look at President Lincoln's silk hat

April 15 marks the 150th anniversary of the death of Abraham Lincoln. Across the country, there will be numerous remembrances and celebrations of his leadership during the Civil War, recognition of his role in ending slavery, and tributes to his...

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