Abraham Lincoln

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Abraham Lincoln, from the backwoods of Hodgenville Kentucky, rose to become one of the greatest
presidents of the United States. During his attempt to keep the Union in the Civil War, he gained more
power and authority than any president before him. A excellent politician, Lincoln was always looked
upon for leadership for he put reason and thoughtful decisions behind his word.

Abraham Lincoln, born to Thomas Lincoln and Nancy Hawks on February 12, 1809, was conceived in a
log cabin built by his father. Abe had one older sister, and a younger brother that died as an infant.
The Lincoln family moved a lot, from Kentucky to Indiana, and back to Kentucky. Abe read a book
titled Mason Locke Weems's Life and Memorable Actions of George Washington, this book mad a
lasting impression on him that persuaded him throughout his life. By the time he was nineteen Abe
reached his full grown height of six feet four inches. He held small jobs such as a clerk, postmaster
and a few others through his early twenties. Then in 1832 he ran for county candidate against 13
others. Only four were to be elected and Lincoln finished eighth. In '834 he ran for a representative to
the Illinois legislature, by this time Lincoln was well known and he got the election.

Abe began to study law, and in 1836 became a licensed attorney. In 1837 he made his first public
stand against slavery, Lincoln avoided extreme abolitionist groups though he was greatly against
slavery.

On November 4, 1842 Lincoln married Mary Todd, whom he spent the rest of his life with. He became a
United States Congressman, although he was an amateur, his goal was to make his mark. What might
of made him fulfill this goal was the fact that he never lost confidence in himself.

Years went by, and Abraham could not stand slavery any more, he was elected by the republican
party to do something about it.

On March 4, 1861, Lincoln was sworn in as preside...