Abraham Lincoln - Quotes Collection: Biography, Achievements And Life Lessons
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ABRAHAM LINCOLN - QUOTES COLLECTION
BIOGRAPHY, ACHIEVEMENTS AND LIFE LESSONS
ABOUT ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, is one of the most revered figures in American history. Born on February 12, 1809, in a log cabin in Hardin
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BRIEF BIOGRAPHY
Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, is one of the most revered figures in American history. Born on February 12, 1809, in a log cabin in Hardin County (now LaRue County), Kentucky, Lincoln rose from humble beginnings to become a symbol of leadership, integrity, and the enduring pursuit of justice. His life was marked by significant challenges, personal losses, and political triumphs, all of which shaped the course of a nation on the brink of collapse.
Lincoln's childhood was characterized by poverty and hardship. His family moved to Indiana when he was seven years old, where they faced the harsh realities of life on the frontier. The death of his mother, Nancy Hanks Lincoln, when he was just nine, had a profound impact on the young Lincoln. His father, Thomas Lincoln, remarried a year later to Sarah Bush Johnston, whose influence played a crucial role in nurturing Lincoln's intellectual curiosity and love for reading.
Despite limited access to formal education, Lincoln's thirst for knowledge led him to self-education. He devoured books borrowed from neighbors, acquiring a deep understanding of law, literature, and politics. His commitment to self-improvement remained a constant throughout his life, and he later referred to himself as a man of constant and persistent reading.
In 1830, the Lincolns moved to Illinois, and Abraham Lincoln began working various jobs, including rail-splitting, flatboating, and store clerking. His political journey commenced when he served in the Illinois State Legislature from 1834 to 1842. During this period, he continued to study law and gained admission to the bar in 1836. Lincoln's legal career flourished, earning him a reputation as a skilled and honest lawyer.
In 1842, Lincoln married Mary Todd, a well-educated and spirited woman from a prominent Kentucky family. The couple faced their share of personal challenges, including the loss of two sons in infancy and the strain of Lincoln's demanding career. However, Mary Todd Lincoln played a significant role as her husband's confidante and advisor, providing support during his political ascent.
Lincoln's entry into national politics occurred in 1846 when he won a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. His opposition to the Mexican-American War and his focus on issues of economic and moral significance, such as the spread of slavery, marked him as a principled politician. After a single term in Congress, Lincoln returned to his legal practice, but the volatile issue of slavery continued to shape the nation's political landscape.
The 1850s witnessed increasing tensions between the Northern and Southern states over the expansion of slavery into newly acquired territories. The passage of the Kansas-Nebraska Act in 1854, which allowed settlers to decide the slave status of their territories, further intensified the debate. Lincoln's reentry into politics was fueled by his opposition to the spread of slavery, and he joined the newly formed Republican Party, seeing it as a vehicle to advocate for his principles.
The Lincoln-Douglas debates of 1858 elevated Lincoln's national profile. In a series of seven debates with Senator Stephen A. Douglas, Lincoln articulated his opposition to the extension of slavery while emphasizing the importance of preserving the Union. Although he lost the Senate race, his eloquence and moral clarity positioned him as a formidable figure within the anti-slavery movement.
The pivotal moment in Lincoln's political career came with his nomination as the Republican candidate for the presidency in 1860. The election took place against the backdrop of a nation deeply divided over the issue of slavery. Lincoln's victory triggered