- Born:
- Feb 12, 1809 · Hardin County, Kentucky
- Died:
- Apr 15, 1865 · Washington, D.C.
- Known as:
- 16th President of the United States
About me
I led the United States through its bloodiest war — the Civil War — and worked to end slavery. I issued the Emancipation Proclamation and gave the Gettysburg Address.
Fun fact!
At 6 feet 4 inches, I was the tallest president — and I kept important papers tucked inside my stovepipe hat!
