March 30, 1863 – President Abraham Lincoln declares a “National Fast Day” after a congressional resolution originating from Iowa Senator James Harlan.
As the great Civil War continued into its third year, President Lincoln declared a “National Fast Day” This “Fast Day” sought to set aside a day of national “prayer and humiliation”, and was well received across the nation.
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