About Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) was the 16th President of the United States, serving from 1861 until his assassination in 1865. He is best known for leading the country during the Civil War, preserving the Union, and initiating the process that led to the abolition of slavery through the Emancipation Proclamation. Lincoln's leadership and eloquent speeches, such as the Gettysburg Address, have made him one of America's most revered figures in history.
