The Declaration of Independence, 1776 -- The Constitution of the United States, 1789 -- Washington's circular letter of congratulation and advice to the governors of the thirteen states -- Washington's first inaugural, 1789 -- Washington's second inaugural, 1793 -- Washington's farewell address -- Lincoln's first inaugural, 1861 -- Lincoln's second inaugural, 1865 -- Lincoln's Gettysburg address, 1863 -- Appendix -- Index to the Constitution