16th President of the United States
Abraham Lincoln
12 February 1809 – 15 April 1865 · Born in Kentucky, United States
Who was Abraham Lincoln?
Abraham Lincoln rose from a log cabin to the presidency, led the United States through its Civil War and moved to end slavery. He is remembered for his plain speaking and his steadiness under pressure.
Key dates
- 1860
Elected President of the United States.
- 1863
Issues the Emancipation Proclamation and delivers the Gettysburg Address.
- 1865
Assassinated in Washington; dies on 15 April.
Abraham Lincoln quotes
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