Image: US Sanitary Commission Great Central Fair Historical Marker Logan Square Philadelphia PA (DSC 3239)
Description: US Sanitary Commission Great Central Fair. Held at Logan Square from June 7-28, 1864, this event raised more than one million dollars for the Union cause during the Civil War. Formed to coordinate efforts of women volunteering to support the war effort, the Commission gave relief and comfort to soldiers and their families. In his only official public appearance in Philadelphia, President Abraham Lincoln addressed the crowd on June 16, praising the important work of the organization. (Historical Marker at Logan Square near Swann Fountain 19th & Benjamin Franklin Pkwy Philadelphia PA - Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission 2012)
Title: US Sanitary Commission Great Central Fair Historical Marker Logan Square Philadelphia PA (DSC 3239)
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