#20: The Life and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln
Rising from humble beginnings in Kentucky, Abraham Lincoln self-educated and prospered as a lawyer. His political odyssey culminated in his 1861 presidential election, navigated the Union through civil unrest, ended slavery, and fortified the economy amidst America’s tumultuous era.
In a tragic end to his monumental legacy, Abraham Lincoln was assassinated by the actor John Wilkes Booth on April 14, 1865, at a theatre. This act prematurely ended his visionary leadership, denying him the chance to guide America peacefully.