Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States, serving from 1861 until his assassination in 1865. He led the nation during the Civil War, a conflict primarily over slavery and states' rights. Lincoln is best known for the Emancipation Proclamation, which paved the way for the abolition of slavery in the U.S. He promoted national unity and delivered the famous Gettysburg Address, emphasizing equality and the importance of a government "of the people, by the people, for the people." Lincoln's leadership and vision significantly shaped American history and values.