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Walt
Whitman uses the symbolism of captain and father to represent the President
Abraham
Lincoln. Lincoln was the father of America during the Civil
War. He truly rescued the nation from utter destruction, ruination,
and disintegration. He delivered America to unity and peace once
again. Lincoln is captain of the ship (the people of America), he
is the leader, provider, and peacemaker of America. As a father takes
care of his children, Lincoln took care of the children of America, and
as a captain guides his ship to safety, Lincoln guided America to unity.
So you see the symbolism of captain and father fit perfectly for Abraham
Lincoln-a wonderful captain for our country.
For more information on Abraham Lincoln being a captain/father of our county
visit:
http://members.aol.com/RVSNorton/Lincoln2.html
http://www.whitehouse.gov/history/presidents/al16.html
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