Mary Todd Lincoln (wife of Abraham Lincoln)

Mary Todd Lincoln was the wife of President Abraham Lincoln and served as the First Lady of the United States from 1861 to 1865. Born in Kentucky in 1818, she came from a wealthy, well-educated family. Known for her intelligence and strong personality, she was also deeply affected by personal tragedies, including the loss of her children and her husband's assassination. Mary was active in her role, supporting her husband's presidency and advocating for social causes. Her life was marked by both influence and hardship, making her a significant and complex figure in American history.