A&E Television
History.com: American Presidents: Abraham Lincoln
This easy-to-navigate site has Abraham Lincoln's biography, significant events in his life, an image gallery, and several video clips.
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Library of Congress: Abraham Lincoln Images
The Library of Congress provides numerous examples of photographs taken of President Abraham Lincoln. Identifies when the picture was taken and where it was taken. Describes the connection of photographs and Abraham Lincoln.
Brown University
Brown University Library: Lincolniana at Brown: Lincoln Broadsides
Showcases an extensive collection of advertisements, posters, maps, pamphlets, and other miscellaneous objects that document President Abraham Lincoln's place in American culture.
US National Archives
Our Documents: President Abraham Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address (1865)
Interactive image of the original handwritten copy of Abraham Lincoln's second inaugural address. Accompanied by document transcript and very brief overview of the document's contents with selected quotes.
CommonLit
Common Lit: "The Gettysburg Address" by President Abraham Lincoln
This speech was given in 1863 after the Union and Confederate armies had been at war for more than three years and several hundred thousand Americans had already died. Thousands of Union soldiers died at the Battle of Gettysburg alone. A...
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World Cat: Lincoln: A Photobiography
View an excerpt from this book, a collection of images of President Abraham Lincoln.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Abraham Lincoln: A Good Man? Or a Good Man!
In this lesson, students use video from American Masters: Bill T. Jones: A Good Man along with primary sources to investigate the life of Lincoln and write a one page argument essay on whether Lincoln was "a good man."
CommonLit
Common Lit: Assassination of the President:attempted Murder of Secretary Seward
This excerpt from an 1865 newspaper, Evening Star, contains multiple accounts of the night President Abraham Lincoln and Secretary of State William Seward were attacked. The attack came only five days after Confederate General Robert E....
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Abraham Lincoln's Classroom
The Lincoln Institute takes an in-depth look into the first inauguration of Abraham Lincoln. Details the climate on inauguration day, the location of Lincoln before, during and after the inauguration. Cites first hand accounts from those...
University of Groningen
American History: Biographies: Abraham Lincoln
What can one say about what many average American citizens and American historians consider to be the finest president we have ever had? Abraham Lincoln has long been endeared in the hearts of all of humankind-including those southerners...
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: Trial of the Lincoln Assassination Conspirators
Follows the events leading to the trial of those accused of conspiring to assassinate Abraham Lincoln. Historical documents and primary sources describe the events.
Schools of California Online Resources for Education
Score: President's Day
Find out about the achievements of President George Washington and President Abraham Lincoln. Includes links to President's day activities and information, plus resources for each president and a list of literature relating to each.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Abraham Lincoln's Inauguration
Review the events of the day when Abraham Lincoln was sworn into the office as President and read portions of his first inaugural address.
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Abraham Lincoln's White House: William Dennison (1815 1882)
An overview of the political career of William Dennison (1815-1882), Postmaster General under President Abraham Lincoln. Some historic photographs accompany the reading.
US Mint
United States Mint: In Mr. Lincoln's Shoes [Pdf]
Using the study of President Abraham Lincoln as a guide, young scholars demonstrate basic map skills including cardinal directions and how to use a compass rose.
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University of Rochester Libraries: Lincoln and His Circle
Examine letters and other artifacts related to 16th President, Abraham Lincoln and those within his circle. An extensive, indexed collection with links to related sites and literature.
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Berwick Academy: The Life of Abraham Lincoln
Produced by students, this illustrated history and timeline reveals the life and career of the 16th president, Abraham Lincoln.
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Abraham Lincoln Online
Resource provides a list of websites that contain biographical information, places to visit, photo tours of historical places associated with Lincoln, and the text to some of Lincoln's famous speeches and writings.
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Under His Hat: Abraham Lincoln: Paying the Price
Preserving the Union came with extreme monetary and personal costs which culminated in many "prices" to pay. Whether it was continuing on with construction plans of the U.S. Capitol building during wartime, ordering new dishes for the...
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.
Library of Congress
Loc: Alfred Whital Stern Collection of Lincolniana
The Library of Congress takes an in-depth look into the life of Abraham Lincoln through the use of Alfred Whital Stern's collection of Lincoln memorabilia. View letters written by Lincoln as well as various objects from his life....
Read Works
Read Works: Presidents Come Alive
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about wax statues of President George Washington and President Abraham Lincoln. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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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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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]