 "...America's 16th President remains a beacon of hope that continues to light the way to our country's future...." - Harold Holzer
Abraham Lincoln, American Hero by Harold Holzer
Harold Holzer, a leading authority on Abraham Lincoln.
"...I would like to propose tonight that well before April 14, 1865, Abraham Lincoln had already, decisively earned the status of American hero. And legendary modesty notwithstanding, Lincoln worked as hard as any post-assassination mythmaker to reach that pinnacle..." (more)
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Tom Lincoln's Homestead,
Charleston, Illinois.
Watercolor painting by
Artist Laureate of Illinois,
Kay Smith.
The last home of Lincoln's father and stepmother, Sarah Bush Lincoln...
...read more
See More Lincoln Artwork
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Abraham Lincoln
The official biography of the MY HERO Lincoln Bicentennial Celebration
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Honest Abe
Do you know why Lincoln was called "Honest Abe?
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The Global Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln has become a global figure and inspiration to so many leaders around the world.
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Lincoln & Freedom
For Lincoln, liberty was a vital but fragile concept, which needed to be nurtured.
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Lincoln's Family
Mr. Lincoln was devoted to his wife and three sons and family played an important role at the
White House.
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Lincoln's Experiences with Slavery
Lincoln believed that slavery was a grave injustice to all and an enormous crime.
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Lincoln's Words
Lincoln's skill in creating clear, poetic, and honest communication was a powerful tool.
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Lincoln's Sons
What was it like to have Lincoln as a father?
Learn here.
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 Jean Powers Soman celebrates Lincoln for inspiring and influencing her character and hopes for the future. |
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Jesse Jackson believes that Lincoln can be our North Star for creating a more perfect Union.
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Baron Hill Congressman Hill honors the mothers who helped shape Lincoln.
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Mr. Lincoln & Friends
Lincoln's ability to forge friendships had a lot to do with the way he met and greeted people.
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Pets and Children
Lincoln had a particular fondness and sensitivity towards pets and children
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Physical Courage
Lincoln used his physical courage and stature to become a peacemaker.
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Lincoln's Personality
Lincoln's values, actions, and personal traits earned him respect and friendship
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Lincoln's Humor & Personality
Lincoln made many friends and relieved many tense situations through his wit.
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Impressions of a
National Hero:
Inside An Abstract
Abe Lincoln
Essay & Artwork by
Susan Gabriel Bunn for The MY HERO Project
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Reading List
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Reading List
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Dr. Wayne C. Temple
talks about all the important gifts that Lincoln gave to us.
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K-6th Grade
A reading list for young readers, in Kindergarten through 6th grade.
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Young Adults
A reading list for students in grades 7-12, and curious adults, too.
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