Born February 12, 1809, Abraham Lincoln is one of America’s greatest heroes because of his unique appeal. His is a remarkable story of the rise from humble beginnings to achieve the highest office in the land; then, a sudden and tragic death at a time when his country needed him most to complete the great task remaining before the nation. His distinctively human and humane personality and historical role as savior of the Union and emancipator of the slaves creates a legacy that endures.
Resources
Lincoln Virtual Library
Library of Congress Resources on Abraham Lincoln
Thinkfinity's Abraham Lincoln
Looking for Lincoln on PBS
Teaching American History with Lincoln
Teaching with Lincoln