US President
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln was a famous 16th president of the US who is remembered for his assassination in 1865.
Age
56
Birth Date
February 12, 1809 Death Date
4/15/1865
Life Range
(1809-1865)
Zodiac
Aquarius Born
United States Height
6′ 4″
About
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States, famously leading the country through the Civil War. During his tenure, he prioritized the preservation of the Union and issued the Emancipation Proclamation, abolishing slavery. His efforts cemented his legacy as one of the nation’s greatest leaders.
Abraham Lincoln Timeline
1809
Abraham Lincoln is Born
On February 12, 1809, Abraham Lincoln was born in a log cabin in Kentucky.
1834
Elected to Illinois State Legislature
In 1834, Abraham Lincoln was elected to the Illinois State Legislature, serving four consecutive terms.
1842
Lincoln Marries Mary Todd
On November 4, 1842, Lincoln married Mary Todd. They had four sons together.
1860
Elected 16th President of the United States
Abraham Lincoln was elected as the 16th President of the United States on November 6, 1860.
1862
Issues Emancipation Proclamation
On January 1, 1862, Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, declaring all slaves in Confederate-held territory free.
1864
Re-elected as President
Abraham Lincoln was re-elected as President of the United States in 1864.
1865
Assassinated at Ford's Theatre
On April 14, 1865, Abraham Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth at Ford's Theatre in Washington D.C.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Abraham Lincoln birthday?
Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, was born on February 12, 1809, and died on April 15, 1865 at the age of 56. He is best remembered for leading the nation through the Civil War and for issuing the emancipation proclamation, which declared all enslaved people in the United States to be free.