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Us President Collection (#3)

"From Lincoln to Roosevelt: A Legacy of Leadership" In the annals of American history, few figures have left as indelible a mark on the nation as its presidents

Background imageUs President Collection: William Henry Harrison campaign rally, 1840

William Henry Harrison campaign rally, 1840
Tippecanoe procession during William Henry Harrisons presidential campaign, 1840. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00091
President Theodore Roosevelt refusing to pay Colombia millions for Panama Canal rights, 1903. Hand-colored 1903 W.A. Rogers cartoon

Background imageUs President Collection: John Quincy Adams, 6th American president

John Quincy Adams, 6th American president

Background imageUs President Collection: John Major and President Bush of the USA at Walkers Point vacation home after Major

John Major and President Bush of the USA at Walkers Point vacation home after Major arrived with his family 1991

Background imageUs President Collection: Rally For Abraham Lincoln

Rally For Abraham Lincoln
An engraving of a rally in support of Abraham Lincoln, the Republican candiate for the Presidency, Printing House Sq. (now Park Row) New York City, New York, October 1860

Background imageUs President Collection: Wigwam for Republican National Convention, IL, 1860

Wigwam for Republican National Convention, IL, 1860
Illustration of the site of the Republican National Convention at which Abraham Lincoln was nominated for the presidential candidacy, Chicago, Illinois, mid-May 1860. (Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Background imageUs President Collection: Wilson Voting

Wilson Voting
14th November 1912: Woodrow Wilson (1856 - 1924), the future American President, casts his vote while Governor of New Jersey. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Background imageUs President Collection: Drawing Of Abraham Lincolns Birthplace, KY, 1860s

Drawing Of Abraham Lincolns Birthplace, KY, 1860s
Drawing of president Abraham Lincolns log cabin birthplace, Hardin County, Kentucky, 1860s. (Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Background imageUs President Collection: Kennedy and Macmillan at Birch Grove, Chelwood Gate, Sussex - Macmillans home

Kennedy and Macmillan at Birch Grove, Chelwood Gate, Sussex - Macmillans home. 29 June 1963

Background imageUs President Collection: FDR Re-Elected

FDR Re-Elected
8th November 1940: American President Franklin Delano Roosevelt (1882 - 1945) speaking to a crowd of 25, 000 at Madison Square Gardens, New York, before his sweeping re-election for a third term

Background imageUs President Collection: PPRE2A-00055

PPRE2A-00055
Bible on which George Washington took the Oath of Office to become the first US President, 1789. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut

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PPRE2A-00001
Andrew Jackson, with his signature. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century portrait

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PPRE2A-00006
George Washington inaugurated as the first US President, New York City, 1789. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00007
Inauguration of President Washington at Federal Hall in New York City, 1789. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00012
Young John Adams in powdered wig, with his autograph. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

Background imageUs President Collection: PPRE2A-00025

PPRE2A-00025
President Andrew Johnson. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a photograph by Matthew Brady

Background imageUs President Collection: PPRE2A-00021

PPRE2A-00021
US President Millard Fillmore. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century portrait

Background imageUs President Collection: PPRE2A-00022

PPRE2A-00022
Franklin Pierce, President of the United States. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century portrait

Background imageUs President Collection: PPRE2A-00034

PPRE2A-00034
President Theodore Roosevelt seated outdoors, 1903. Hand-colored printed halftone of a photograph

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PPRE2A-00033
President William McKinley at his desk, from a photograph taken June 7, 1898. Hand-colored halftone of a photograph

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PPRE2A-00028
President Ulysses S. Grant, with his autograph. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century portrait

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PPRE2A-00038
James Madison, with his autograph. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

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PPRE2A-00040
President Andrew Jackson, drawn from life, with signature. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century portrait

Background imageUs President Collection: PPRE2A-00049

PPRE2A-00049
President James Monroe, with his autograph. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century portrait

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PPRE2A-00057
Thomas Jefferson. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut of a Gilbert Stuart painting

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PPRE2A-00059
President Grover Clevelands wedding in the White House " Blue Room." Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageUs President Collection: PPRE2A-00061

PPRE2A-00061
Railroad parlor car with President Benjamin Harrison aboard, 1891. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageUs President Collection: President Buchanan concluding a truce between Pawnees and Poncas

President Buchanan concluding a truce between Pawnees and Poncas
President James Buchanan persuading warring Pawnees and Poncas to shake hands, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00032
US President Grover Cleveland, with his autograph. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00068
Assassination of President James Garfield in a Washington DC train station, 1881. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00078
Citizen addressing " Old Hickory" during Andrew Jacksons Presidential campaign, 1820s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00071
Benjamin Harrison taking the Presidential Oath of Office in the rain, 1889. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageUs President Collection: PPRE2A-00087

PPRE2A-00087
Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois in 1861, with his autograph. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut of a portrait

Background imageUs President Collection: PPRE2A-00089

PPRE2A-00089
George Washingtons reception at Trenton, New Jersey, en route to his inauguration as first President, 1789. Hand colored engraving

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PPRE2A-00084
James Madison. Hand-colored 19th-century engraving of a Gilbert Stuart painting

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PPRE2A-00101
Inauguration of Abraham Lincoln at the unfinished US Capital, March 4, 1861. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a photograph

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PPRE2A-00106
George Washington arrives at New York City by boat for his inauguration as President, 1789. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00111
John Adams, with his signature. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

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PPRE2A-00118
William Howard Taft, with his autograph. Hand-colored etching from a portrait

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PPRE2A-00125
George Washington writing at his desk by candlelight. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageUs President Collection: Grover Clevelands first inauguration as President

Grover Clevelands first inauguration as President
First inauguration of President Grover Cleveland at the Capitol, 1885. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00149
President Abraham Lincoln. Printed halftone reproduction of a photograph by Matthew Brady

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PPRE2A-00155
Marriage certificate of Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd, 1847. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a document

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PPRE2A-00154
Abraham Lincoln seated before a wood stove. Color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00158
Inauguration of George Washington as first President of the U.S. 1789. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00162
Home of Abraham Lincoln in Springfield, Illinois. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00165
Residence of Ulysses S. Grant in Galena, Illinois. view in 1860s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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PPRE2A-00166
John Quincy Adams, with his signature. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century portrait




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"From Lincoln to Roosevelt: A Legacy of Leadership" In the annals of American history, few figures have left as indelible a mark on the nation as its presidents. From Abraham Lincoln's steadfast resolve during the Civil War to Franklin Roosevelt's transformative New Deal, these leaders shaped America's destiny and guided it through some of its most challenging times. Captured in PPRE2A-00072 and PPRE2A-00097 are glimpses into their lives, offering us a window into their humanity amidst their presidential duties. President Roosevelt, with his iconic smile and confident demeanor, exuded charisma that inspired hope in millions. His legacy endures today as one who steered America through both economic turmoil and World War II. But let us not forget those who came before him – President Thomas Jefferson, whose Monticello estate stands as a testament to his intellectual prowess and vision for an independent nation; President Grover Cleveland, known for his commitment to fiscal responsibility; Chester A. Arthur and James A. Garfield - lesser-known but equally important contributors to our country's progress. The image from the 1860s captures Abraham Lincoln surrounded by his family – a poignant reminder that even great leaders find solace in love and kinship amidst turbulent times, and is this blend of personal strength and unwavering dedication that defines our presidents' legacies. As we reflect upon these remarkable individuals who held the highest office in the land, let us remember their triumphs alongside their flaws. They were imperfect humans tasked with leading a diverse nation towards unity while grappling with complex challenges along the way. Their stories remind us that leadership requires courage, empathy, resilience – qualities we should seek in those who aspire to serve our great nation today. The presidency is not just about power or politics; it represents an opportunity for transformational change rooted in compassion for all Americans. So let us honor these past presidents by striving for a more inclusive and equitable future.