What is lincolns purpose in paragraph 3 and how does he achieve that purpose

The president Lincoln and his speech on the occasion of dedication of the national cemetery in Gettysburg, pennsylvania november 19 1863, impacted the united states society to nowadays.

The second paragraph is a cleary statement of recognition to the effort of fallen patriots in war but the president highlighted the future work by the nation and the people.

He positioned a proud nation of his army in war and he gave another position to the people that were not brave men like these soldiers.

In summary the lincoln's purpose in paragraph 3 was the recognition of the soldiers and his poetic speech described that purpose very well.