Harper's Weekly February 26, 1870 Abraham Lincoln Pardoned Sentinel Peabody Burial Thomas Nast Common Schools

Title: Harper's Weekly February 26, 1870 Abraham Lincoln Pardoned Sentinel Peabody Burial Thomas Nast Common Schools
​About This Piece of History 🕰️
​This February 26, 1870, edition of Harper’s Weekly is a deeply emotional issue that explores themes of mercy, mourning, and the future of American education. It features a legendary retrospective of Abraham Lincoln’s compassion, the final conclusion to the George Peabody funeral honors, and a powerful series of satirical prints by Thomas Nast regarding the American school system. It is a premier artifact for collectors of Lincolniana, social history, and political art. 📜✨
​Featured Highlights in This Issue:
​🎩 Abraham Lincoln & "The Pardoned Sentinel": A magnificent full-page illustration depicting the famous story of William Scott. Scott was a Union soldier sentenced to death for sleeping at his post, only to be personally pardoned by President Lincoln just before his execution. This poignant scene is accompanied by the full related story, making it a "must-have" for Lincoln collectors.
​🗽 The New Lincoln Statue for Union Square: A 1/3 page illustration showcasing the then-new Abraham Lincoln statue destined for Union Square, New York. This documents the early post-war efforts to memorialize the fallen president in the heart of Manhattan.
​🏫 Thomas Nast - "Our Common Schools": A massive full-page feature containing three distinct illustrations by Thomas Nast, plus six additional small illustrations throughout the issue. Nast’s "Our Common Schools as They Are and as They May Be" is a landmark piece of political satire, defending the public school system against sectarian influence.
​🪦 The Final Burial of George Peabody: A full-page illustration documenting the "Burial of Mr. Peabody's Remains in Harmony Grove Cemetery." This concludes the months-long international tribute to the great philanthropist, showing the solemn final ceremony in Salem, Massachusetts.
​🌎 The Paraguayan Mother: A hauntingly beautiful full-page illustration titled "Paraguayan Mother Bearing Her Dead Child to the Grave." This powerful image serves as a somber record of the human toll of the War of the Triple Alliance.
​🎨 Front Page Narrative: Features the full-page illustration "For I Was Ahungered, and Ye Gave Me Meat," depicting a moment of Victorian charity at a home's threshold.
​Detailed Condition & Transparency 🔍
​Issue Format: This is the complete 16-page issue from February 26, 1870.
​Detailed Documentation: I take pride in my transparency and have taken pictures of every single page of this issue. I want you to be able to inspect the fine lines of the Lincoln pardon scene and the intricate details of Nast’s school satires.
​Examination: Please look closely at the "Pardoned Sentinel" print; the emotional weight captured in the woodblock engraving is a testament to the artistry of the period.
​Authenticity: This is a guaranteed original 1870 printing.
​Questions? I am a dedicated steward of these historical documents—if you need a specific close-up of the Lincoln statue or the Peabody burial, please reach out! ✉️📸
​Why It’s a Must-Have 🥂
​Lincolniana Collectors: The "Pardoned Sentinel" is one of the most famous stories of Lincoln's mercy, and this contemporary 1870 illustration is a centerpiece for any collection.
​Thomas Nast Historians: Nast's "Common Schools" series is among his most famous social commentaries, essential for understanding 19th-century American education debates.
​Massachusetts & Peabody Historians: The Harmony Grove burial scene is the definitive visual record of George Peabody’s final resting place.
​Custom Framing Available: I offer custom framing for anything purchased in my shop. If you would like the Lincoln pardon or the Peabody burial professionally framed for your library or office, please message me for details! 🏛️
​Shipping & Preservation 📦✈️
​Your piece of history is handled with the utmost care. I use acid-free cellophane and ship the issue flat-packed with stiff reinforcement to ensure it arrives exactly as shown in the photographs. Your order is sent with tracking for your peace of mind. 🚚💨
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