Lincoln lying in state after his assassination. Lincoln signed the proclamation ordering the end of slavery on Jan. 1 ...

Fourteen presidents have called themselves Freemasons, members of the centuries-old fraternal organization known for its secret rituals and mysterious symbols. Abraham Lincoln was not one of them, but ...

A copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by President Abraham Lincoln is available for public viewing at the Abraham ...

‘From Man to Myth: Lincoln’s Evolving Image’ is the latest exhibit at the Illinois History and Lincoln Collections on the third floor of the University of Illinois Library in Urbana. Smerz Smerz ‘From ...

Lincoln is considered one of our greatest presidents for ending slavery and guiding the nation through the Civil War. He is honored with a larger-than-life statue at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington ...

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Abraham Lincoln’s enduring quote, “It’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years,” highlights the importance of purpose and impact over mere longevity. This timeless message ...