In this episode of Inspired by History, Rebecca Barry interviews Nathan Raab about a newly discovered, unpublished letter of Abraham Lincoln. The episode explores how rare historical documents like this Civil War-era Lincoln letter provide fresh insights into history. They delve into the letter's background, detailing its journey from Lincoln's hands to General Washburn, stationed in Brownsville, Texas, to its recent discovery in a private collection, and discuss the value of Lincoln autographs and letters. The episode also highlights the importance of preserving and studying these documents to deepen our understanding of historical figures and events. To learn more, visit: https://www.raabcollection.com/presidents-autographs/abraham-lincoln-autograph

00:00 Introduction to Inspired by History

00:33 Unveiling a Rare Lincoln Document

02:18 The President’s Correspondent: General Cadwallader Washburn

02:49 The Battle of Brownsville, Texas

05:39 Lincoln's Handwritten Letters

06:09 The Value of Lincoln Documents

06:59 Incorporating this Discovery into Lincoln Scholarship

07:28 Conclusion