Abraham Lincoln
- Born:
- February 12, 1809, Hodgenville, Kentucky, USA
- Died:
- April 15, 1865, Washington, D.C., USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Lawyer, Politician, U.S. President
Early Life and Education
- Born in a log cabin in Kentucky.
- Largely self-educated.
- Studied law independently.
Career and Major Achievements
- Practiced law in Illinois.
- Served in the Illinois State Legislature.
- Served one term in the U.S. House of Representatives.
- Elected as the 16th President of the United States in 1860.
- Led the Union during the American Civil War.
- Issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863.
- Secured passage of the 13th Amendment, abolishing slavery.
- Delivered the Gettysburg Address.
- Re-elected President in 1864.
Notable Works
- Gettysburg Address
- Emancipation Proclamation
- Numerous speeches and writings on law and politics.
Legacy and Impact
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