Abraham Lincoln

Born: 1809 in Kentucky

Assassinated: April 15, 1865

American politician, successful lawyer & the 16th President of the USA.

Considered among the greatest of US presidents, he led country through Civil War, preserved the Union & abolished slavery.

His powerful “Gettysburg Address” speech promoted national pride, equal rights for all, liberty & democracy.

Pushed for 13th Amendment which permanently outlawed slavery. His “Emancipation Proclamation” changed the legal status of 3 million slaves from “slave” to “free”.

“Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.”