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The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War

by Erik Larson (Goodreads Author)

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Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era by James M. McPherson

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Democrats fought back with their tried and true weapon—racism. On this issue the party remained united and consistent. Sixty-five of sixty-eight Democratic congressmen had voted against the 13th Amendment, denying it the necessary ...more

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“Isn’t that amazing? Here are all of these people, different in so many ways, yet united by their hopes and goals and dreams. This is how the world should be.” The”
― Pat Williams, How to Be Like Walt: Capturing the Disney Magic Every Day of Your Life

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“Now more than ever, we need people with the qualities Walt had: optimism, imagination, creativity, leadership, integrity, courage, boldness, perseverance, commitment to excellence, reverence for the past, hope for tomorrow and faith in God. How”
― Pat Williams, How to Be Like Walt: Capturing the Disney Magic Every Day of Your Life

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“We leave a little bit of ourselves with everybody we come in contact with.” He”
― Chesley B. Sullenberger, Sully: The Untold Story Behind the Miracle on the Hudson

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“He knew the best way to learn responsibility was to be given the opportunity to be responsible, and at as young an age as possible.”
― Chesley B. Sullenberger, Sully: The Untold Story Behind the Miracle on the Hudson

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“Remember the philosophy of the U.S. Navy SEALs: “I will never quit...My Nation expects me to be physically harder and mentally stronger than my enemies. If knocked down, I will get back up, every time. I will draw on every remaining ounce of strength to protect my teammates...I am never out of the fight.” Those”
― Marcus Luttrell, Lone Survivor: The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10

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