Abraham Lincoln Died For Freedom

I do not know the exact date that he said it, however, he said it.  Lincoln said it because he was no ordinary man.  He said it because he respected freedom.  He was willing to die for it.  And he did.
Below, is a quote that supports my statements.


"I have never had a feeling, politically, that did not spring from the Declaration of Independence. That all should have an equal chance.  This is the sentiment embodied in the Declaration of Independence.  I would rather be assassinated on this spot than surrender it."
Abraham Lincoln   (1809-1865)   16th US President