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Abraham Lincoln Online: Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address
The text of Lincoln's speech on March 4, 1865. Includes commentary on the speech by famous journalists of the period. From "Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln" edited by Roy P. Basler.
US National Archives
Docsteach: Letter to President Abraham Lincoln From Annie Davis
Students will study a letter from Annie Davis, a woman who was enslaved in Maryland and wrote a letter to President Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War to find out if 'we are free.' The students will decide if she received her freedom...
The History Place
The History Place: Abraham Lincoln
This site provides an extensive timeline of the life and work of Abraham Lincoln. Throughout the timeline there are photos that can be enlarged and many, many links to speeches, papers, letters of Lincoln's. The site is very easy to...
Library of Congress
Loc: The Lincoln Inaugural Bible, Chapter and Verse
View images of Abraham Lincoln's 1861 inaugural bible.
Read Works
Read Works: Slavery, Civil War & Reconstruction Election of 1860 and Lincoln
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
History Tools
History Tools: Abraham Lincoln on Slavery and Freedom 1858 1860 [Pdf]
Excerpts from Abraham Lincoln's speeches between 1858 and 1860 given when he was running for the Illinois Senate and the presidency.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Looking for Lincoln: Looking for Lincoln Through His Words
In this instructional activity, young scholars explore how Abraham Lincoln used the power of words in speeches, letters and other documents. Students will use the PBS film Looking for Lincoln, the Gettysburg address, and Lincoln's...
National Constitution Center
National Constitution Center: Abraham Lincoln's Crossroads
Detailed information about Lincoln's life and political career is included in this interactive game. Learn about decisions Lincoln had to make by playing this instructive game.
US Government Publishing Office
Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Statues and Memorials: The Lincoln Memorial (3 5)
Find interesting facts on the Lincoln Memorial located in Washington, DC which honors president Abraham Lincoln.
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Mr. Lincoln's Whitehouse: Meeting Mr. Lincoln
A history of Abraham Lincoln while in the White House. Provides interactive maps, a biography, and stories about him from people who knew him.
US Mint
United States Mint: In Mr. Lincoln's Shoes [Pdf]
Using the study of President Abraham Lincoln as a guide, students demonstrate basic map skills including cardinal directions and how to use a compass rose.
Ibis Communications
Eyewitness to History: The Death of President Lincoln, 1865
A detailed description of Lincoln's last day with an eyewitness account of the assassination. Includes information on the trial of Booth's conspirators.
Read Works
Read Works: Lincoln and the 13th Amendment to End Slavery
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read about President Abraham Lincoln and his struggle to get the 13th Amendment passed in order to end slavery. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading...
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Abraham Lincoln
The primary virtue of this site, which gives basic biographical facts, is its links to other interesting Lincoln stories. Includes a link to "Lincoln's pockets" which pictures and details what Lincoln was carrying the night he was shot.
US Mint
U.s. Mint: Lincoln Lithograph [Pdf]
Learn about important events and people in the life of Abraham Lincoln and their influence on his life.
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History View: Lincoln Memorial
Take a virtual field trip to visit the Lincoln Memorial, an American national monument built to honor the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln.
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The Works of Abraham Lincoln
This personal site gives links to the full text of several of Lincoln's famous speeches including the "Gettysburg Address," "The Emancipation Proclamation," and his inaugural addresses.
US Mint
U.s. Mint: One Cent Program: Story Hour With Lincoln [Pdf]
A three-part lesson introducing young learners to the major accomplishments of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln.[PDF]
Vocabulary University
My vocabulary.com: Lincoln Birthday Feb. 12th
This page offers a variety of vocabulary puzzles and activities using 50 vocabulary words pertaining to Abraham Lincoln and his birthday. It also offers an extensive word list about him as well.
History Tools
History Tools: Abraham Lincoln on Equality and Free Labor (1854) [Pdf]
Excerpt from an 1854 speech in which Lincoln praised the ideal of equality and the principle of "free labor". Spelling has been modernized and paragraph numbers added.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: The Lincoln Memorial
National Public Radio looks at the creation of the Lincoln Memorial, the controversies surrounding its design, and its political significance over the past 80 years.
US National Archives
Nara: Teaching With Documents: Unfinished Lincoln Memorial Interactive Lesson
This interactive link provides both learners and teachers with historical insight to the symbolism behind the dramatic construction of one of our nation's greatest monuments. Site includes pictures of various moments in the construction...
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
Gilder Lehrman Institute: History Now: Lincoln at Cooper Union
[Free Registration/Login Required] An essay about Lincoln's speech in 1860 at Cooper Union which brought him to the attention of the national Republican Party.
US Mint
U.s. Mint: One Cent Program: Lincoln Al Fresco [Pdf]
Students explore the meanings of the symbols on the back of the 2010 Lincoln penny.
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