America's Journey Through Slavery: Abraham Lincoln: The Great Emancipator

Abraham Lincoln, born in 1809, overcame a humble beginning to become the 16th President of the United States. Despite limited formal education, he was an avid reader and developed a strong interest in law and politics. Lincoln's political career began in Illinois, where he opposed slavery but believed in states' rights. As President, he led the nation through the Civil War, issued the Emancipation Proclamation, and delivered the Gettysburg Address. His leadership preserved the Union and ended slavery. Lincoln was assassinated in 1865, but he remains a symbol of freedom and integrity.

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