The Wide Awakes were a Republican para-military organization distinguished from other political clubs of the 19th century by their youth, effectiveness, and distinctive uniforms. Examine this group's history and their nationwide movement instrumental in electing Abraham Lincoln in 1860.
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Fighting for Lincoln: The Wide Awakes
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Special | 41m 5s | A look into the group instrumental to electing Abraham Lincoln president in 1860. (41m 5s)
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