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April 19, 1865 funeral procession
03-26-2015, 11:59 AM
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RE: April 19, 1865 funeral procession
Eva, thanks for pointing out funeral customs during Mary Lincoln's time. One often reads that Mary didn't attend Lincoln's or her sons' funerals without explaining that during the Victorian era women were expected to stay home and grieve privately. It was believed that women couldn't control their emotions and outbursts of grief would disrupt the service.
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RE: April 19, 1865 funeral procession - Anita - 03-26-2015 11:59 AM

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