Not Just Lincoln's Tomb Oak Ridge Cemetery
A Walk Through Illinois History
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President Lincoln's final resting place is more than just a cemetery. Oak Ridge is the second most visited cemetery in the United States, only Arlington has more visitors each year. It is a place of histories and stories. It is the final resting place of politicians, generals, and heroes. Even some of the private citizens have some interesting stories.
This work will take you from the Black Hawk War to the corruption of some early governors. In addition, you will learn about one of the world's best con artists. Find out why there is a gravesite with a buried accordion. Find out how race relations and union tensions came to a head in Illinois to help form the NAACP.
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