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in a single-room log cabin, Hardin County, Kentucky.
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Along with his father, stepmom and half-brothers, Lincoln moved to Decatur, Illinois, where he worked for some time cutting logs for fences.
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he left his home and worked in various types of jobs, such as boat driver and shopkeeper.
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Lincoln got married to a 23-year old woman named Mary Todd.
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Lincoln was elected 16th president of the United States in November 1860.
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Abraham was inaugurated as president in March of 1861.
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Lincoln is most famous for leading the country during the American Civil War. His leadership in the North helped the country to remain strong and defeat the South keeping the country united. He also pushed for the freedom of all slaves throughout the nation.
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someone shot Lincoln in 1864 at Lincoln and put a hole in his stovepipe hat
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Lincoln was suddenly and tragically assassinated at a time when his country needed him to complete the great task remaining before the nation.
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attemped to steal Abraham Lincoln's body from his tomb and request a US$200,000 ransom.