Brought Forth on This Continent

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The narrative explores Abraham Lincoln's complex relationship with immigration during the Civil War era, highlighting the significant influx of ten million foreign-born residents that transformed American demographics and politics. As immigrants fueled the economy, they also sparked nativist sentiments and political strife, contributing to the decline of Lincoln's Whig Party. The Civil War ultimately underscored the crucial role immigrants played in society, revealing both the challenges and the contributions they brought to the nation during a tumultuous period.