Abraham Lincoln was the United States president during the Civil War, and he guided the Union forces to victory, thus ending slavery in America. He was an amazing man and an amazing leader.
Abe Lincoln was born in a log cabin in Hodgenville, Kentucky. He understood the importance of education, so even when he couldn’t attend school regularly, he continued to educate himself by reading books at night.
Lincoln became a successful lawyer in Springfield, Illinois. After serving in state government, he was elected to the United States House of Representatives, and he was elected President of the United States in 1860.
It’s been over 150 years since he died, and today many places, things, companies and products are named named for Lincoln. He earned every honor because when times got tough, he followed his conscience. That made him a great president and a great man.
Quotes by Abraham Lincoln
“You can’t escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.”
“Most people are about as happy as they make up their mind to be.”
“Your own resolution to success is more important than any other thing.”
“I don’t know who my grandfather was; I’m much more concerned to know what his grandson will be.”
“Freedom is the last, best hope of earth.”
Abraham Lincoln Made the World a Better Place, and You Can, Too
Fun Facts About Abraham Lincoln
Fun Fact: Abraham Lincoln was 6 feet 4 inches tall. That was extremely tall for his time. And to make himself look even taller, he often wore a big, black stovepipe hat.
Fun Fact: Lincoln was the first president to use the telegraph.
Fun Fact: Abraham Lincoln did not have a middle name.
Fun Fact: Lincoln had only 18 months of formal schooling. But he was an avid reader who taught himself well enough to become a very successful lawyer.
Fun Fact: Lincoln read the Bible every day, but he didn’t belong to an organized church.
Fun Fact: In 1863, President Lincoln proclaimed a National Thanksgiving Day. Americans have been celebrating Thanksgiving ever since.