Abraham Lincoln is one of the most iconic and transformative figures in American history.
Who He Was
- 16th President of the United States (1861–1865)
- Born in a log cabin in Kentucky in 1809.
- Self-taught lawyer and gifted orator.
- Known for his integrity, humility, and deep moral conviction.
- Major Achievements
- Preserved the Union during the Civil War.
- Issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, which declared enslaved people in Confederate states to be free.
- Delivered the Gettysburg Address, a profound speech redefining the purpose of the war and the meaning of democracy.
- Pushed for and signed the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery in the U.S.
- Assassination
- Tragically assassinated by John Wilkes Booth at Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C., on April 14, 1865—just days after the Civil War ended.
- Legacy
- Revered as a symbol of freedom, equality, and perseverance.
- Often ranked as one of the greatest U.S. presidents.
- His life and words continue to inspire movements for justice and civil rights around the world.
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