Lincoln Quotes Search by Year 1832 1836 1837 1838 1839 1841 1842 1845 1846 1847 1848 1849 1850 1851 1852 1854 1855 1856 1857 1858 1859 1860 1861 1862 1863 1864 1865 Search by Topic Love Inspirational Freedom Politics Humor Leadership Economy Family America Famous Law Religion Tragedy Slavery Morality History Learning About Dred Scott Civil War There are currently 559 quotes in our database. Date Quote Topics Share 12/03/1861 It is gratifying to know that the patriotism of the people has proved equal to the occasion, and that the number of troops tendered greatly exceeds the force which Congress authorized me to call into the field. Topics: Civil War, Inspirational, America 12/03/1861 I have been unwilling to go beyond the pressure of necessity in the unusual exercise of power. Topics: Leadership 12/03/1861 In a storm at sea, no one on board can wish the ship to sink; and yet, not unfrequently, all go down together, because too many will direct, and no single mind can be allowed to control. Topics: Leadership 12/04/1861 A pair of socks so fine, and soft, and warm, could hardly have been manufactured in any other way than the old Kentucky fashion. Topics: 01/07/1862 Delay is ruining us. Topics: Civil War 01/23/1862 This man wants to work – so uncommon a want that I think it ought to be gratified. Topics: Inspirational 02/01/1862 I know that the Divine hand that has wounded, is the only one that can heal. Topics: Tragedy, Religion 03/19/1862 Engaged, as I am, in a great war, I fear it will be difficult for the world to understand how fully I appreciate the principles of peace. Topics: Civil War 04/02/1862 Allow me to thank you in behalf of my little son for your present of White Rabbits. He is very much pleased with them. Topics: Love, Family 05/01/1862 Your call for Parrott guns from Washington alarms me – chiefly because it argues indefinite procrastination. Is anything to be done? Topics: Civil War 1234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303132333435363738394041424344454647484950515253545556