abe lincoln ppt
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IN THIS TEMPLE
AS IN THE HEARTS OF THE PEOPLE
FOR WHOM HE SAVED THE UNION
THE MEMORY OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN
IS ENSHRINED FOREVER
Began to build this in 1914 but it wasn’t finished until 1922.
Abraham Lincoln’s Birth
Birthdate:February 12th, 1809.
[today he would 202 years old]Born on a Sabbath.
On the sandy floor of a log cabin.
Nancy LincolnShe was the typical
frontierswoman, toothlessand withered.
Interesting fact: Nancy used to read
and recite Bible stories to her two children, Sarah &
Abraham.
Died at the age of 34 from ‘milk sickness’.
Had her children brought to her side.
There were no nurses to help her. Abraham
Lincoln was only 9 years old at the time of
her death.
Thomas Lincoln
Thomas was a hard worker. He
was a farmer, builder, a
carpenter, and did every other thing a frontiersman at
the time did.
Was never much of a father to him. When Abraham was only a
baby, they moved because of disputes over
land titles.
Thomas got remarried after his wife’s death and he preferred his
step son over Abraham.
Formal EducationOr lack there of.
Abraham Lincoln only attended school, classroom teacher setting, for 18
months of his younger life.
While working with his father, his mind would wander, and all he wanted to do was
read books and learn about politics, law and things he saw to be important.
He was only sent to school by his mother. He relented his father for not
sending him to school, and also relented his father because he had no
formal education.
Abraham’s family and neighbors thought of him to be lazy.
Strived to learn.
Because Lincoln did do hard labor with his father, it is believed that
due to this experience he had strong feelings against slavery.
Informal Education• The work he performed with his father and his community.• Reading books on his own – looked down on by his family
and neighbors, because he was so tall and built to do physical labor.
• Bible teaching from his mother.• Rode on ships down rivers and helped with trading.
• Took part in a military militia. He was elected to be captain during this time and saw it as one of his greatest
accomplishments.• With the ties he made in the military, and in his hometown,
he began his political career with support.• Got a license to be a lawyer from self teachings.
Lincoln was only human – suffered from syphilis.
Abe Lincoln1830’s-1860’s
1830’s Abraham Lincoln as a Young Man
In 1830 the Lincoln family moved into Illinois
Appointed Postmaster in 1833
In 1832 Lincoln briefly served in the Black Hawk War. This would be his only military experience
1830’s cont. 1832 dates his first
political speech.
In the same year, Abe Lincoln announced his candidacy for the state legislature. On a platform favoring improvement of the Sangamon River, change in usury laws, and universal education.
1830’s cont. Continuing to educate
himself (informally), he read law books and in 1836 he was admitted to the bar.
In 1837 he moved to Springfield, Illinois to take up a law practice.
Lincoln served in the Illinois legislature from 1834-1841, as a member of the Whig Party.
1840’s Lincoln Marries, Practices Law, Serves in Congress
On November 4, 1842 Lincoln married Mary Todd in Springfield, Illinois.
Lincoln took on many sorts of legal cases, from civil matters to defending those accused of murder.
1840’s cont. Lincoln traveled
throughout parts of Illinois as a lawyer, "riding the circuit."
In 1846 Lincoln won election to Congress in as a Whig. While serving in Washington he opposed the Mexican War.
Lincoln served as a US Representative from 1847-1849.
1850’s Law, Politics, Debates
Lincoln concentrates on his law practice in the early 1850s. He and his partner take on many cases, and Lincoln gains a reputation as a formidable courtroom advocate.
1850’s cont. January 17, 1851
Lincoln's father Thomas dies at age 73 in Coles County, Illinois.
April 4, 1853Lincoln's son Thomas (Tad) Lincoln is born in Springfield, Illinois.
1850’s cont. Lincoln challenges Senator
Stephen Douglas of Illinois over the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854
Lincoln runs for the Senate seat held by Stephen Douglas in 1858.
In 1858 Lincoln and Douglas engage in a series of seven debates throughout Illinois. The subject of each debate is slavery. Lincoln loses the election, but seems poised for greater things.
The Eighteen Sixties
1860 – A life-changing Year
Lincoln begins his tour of the U.S. for his campaign
He receives the nomination for President on May 18th
Lincoln becomes the first Republican President of the United States on November 6th.
Springfield Farewell• Leaves for Washington
February 11, 1861• Brings knowledge that
he has gained from his life in Springfield with him.
My friends – No one, not in my situation, can appreciate my feeling of sadness at this parting. To this place, and the kindness of these people, I owe everything. Here I have lives a quarter of a century, and have passed from a young to an old man. Here my children have been born, and one is buried. I now leave, not knowing when, or whether ever, I may return, with a test before me greater than that which rested upon Washington. Without the assistance of that Devine Being, who ever attended him, I cannot succeed. With that assistance I cannot fail. Trusting in Him, who can go with me, and remain with you and be every where for good, let us confidently hope that all will yet be well. To His care commending you, as I hope in your prayers you will commend me, I bid you an affectionate farewell.”
Lincoln’s First Inaugural Address
“I am loth to close. We are not enemies, but friends – We must not be enemies. Though passion may have strained, it must not break our bonds of affection. The mystic chords of memory, stretching from every battlefield, and the patriot grave, to every living heart and hearthstone, all over this broad land, will yet swell the chorus of the Union, when again touched, as surely the will be, by the better angels of our nature.”
March 4, 1861- He is Inaugurated
The Civil War April 12, 1861 – Fort
Sumter is attacked After 3 months of
attacks and battle, Lincoln presents a war message, the message of July 4, 1861.
The War Continues The origin of the
Civil war is traced from the differences between the North and South.
The issues fought over included slavery, southern states lack of political weight, states rights, etc.
Major Issues He Overcame
January 11th, 1862 – Secretary of War resigns. He quickly rushed to find a new s.o.w. and two days later, he names Edwin Stanton.
Beginning in April, Lincoln focused on meeting the Generals in the Southern States and campaigning for an end to the war.
Emancipation Proclamation
Emancipation Proclamation and what follows
January 1, 1863o Lincoln issues the Emancipation Proclamation which
frees all slaves in the United States. February 1863
o Lincoln establishes a system of national banks. July 4, 1863
o General Grant forces the surrender of the Confederate Army in Vicksburg
Lincoln Retaliates - 1863
"That for every soldier of the United States killed in violation of the laws of war, a rebel soldier shall be executed; and for every one enslaved by the enemy or sold into slavery, a rebel soldier shall be placed at hard labor on public works."
Lincoln becomes very angered with the Civil War Situation
While this statement was more than likely unnecessary, it was very successful in getting the attention of the Confederates.
Struggles and Successes in 1863
Struggleso Lincoln comes down
with smallpoxo Lincoln has a hard
time reestablishing and reorganizing the U.S. Military
Successeso First national
observance of Thanksgiving takes places
o Lincoln dedicates the National Cemetary, Gettysburg
o Confederates Claim Amnesty to the Constitution
His Final Years1864 and 1865
Things are Running Smoothly… or are they?(1864)
February 22 – Lincoln is again endorsed by the Republican National Committee
March 14 – He orders the draft March – June – the number of battles increase and
worsen June 8 – The Union Party nominates Lincoln for
President June – November – battles continue November 8 – Lincoln is re-elected President of
the United States
The Final Days March – Lincoln delivers
the Second Inaugural Address
April 9th – General Lee surrenders to General Grant
April 11th – Lincoln speaks on rebuilding the Union
146 years ago tomorrow – Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth
Lincoln’s Memorials
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Interview." Academy of Achievement. N.p., 24 Feb. 2009. Web. 13 Apr. 2011.
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