Essential Guide to Abraham Lincoln

Have you ever wondered why President Lincoln was assassinated? You'll find the answer to that and other frequently asked questions in this essential guide to the life and times of Abraham Lincoln.

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We'll examine where he was killed, who killed him, and why. We'll explain important facts about his life, and give you a timeline of important events. We've compiled an extensive library of articles by our Bright Hub expert writers to give you everything you need to know about our 16th president.

Here's a short list of some topics we'll cover:

Interesting facts and important accomplishments
Biographies and genealogies
His birth, childhood, education, and rise to power as president
The Gettysburg Address, the Emancipation Proclamation, the Civil war, and slavery

No matter what your level of interest, you'll find this guide to be the perfect go-to source for all things related to President Abraham Lincoln.

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