PBS - Lincoln (1992) Part 2 The Pivotal Year 1863

“Lincoln” captures the drama of this amazing man in his own words. Drawn from letters, speeches and diaries, Lincoln's words are brought to life by the voice of the acclaimed actor Jason Robards, in a moving performance. Robards' reading are complemented by the voices of of an all-star cast that includes Glenn Close as Mary Todd Lincoln and narration by James Earl Jones. Produced by the Emmy Award-winning producer Peter W. Kunhardt, with Philip B. Kunhardt III and Philip B. Kunharddt Jr.

Part 2 The Pivotal Year 1863

This episode reveals how Lincoln faced up to the difficult decisions that confronted his presidency during the most crucial year of the Civil War. In calling for the abolition of slavery, Lincoln changed forever how America would define the meaning of the phrase “all men are created equal.” The man who had won fame for his historic debates against slavery finally held the power to end the scourge. As the Civil War raged around him, he struggled as Commander-in-Chief, searching for a general who could truly lead the Union Army. In this year of frustration, we see the steely side of the gentle man, and his determination to hold the nation together. In one of the most poignant episodes in Lincoln's life, we also hear the story behind the President's magnificent Gettysburg Address. Distraught by so many battlefield casualties, Lincoln put into words for all time the pain of war and the debt which people owe those who would would give their lives for their country. His eloquence echoes as powerfully today.

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