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9 Little-known Nuggets About Honest Abe

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President Abraham Lincoln was known for ending the Civil War and slavery, and his famous Gettysburg speech. Here are some lesser-known facts about him.

Abraham Lincoln Pictures

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Take a look at a collection of photographs and illustrations of the Civil War president, Abraham Lincoln, at HowStuffWorks.

What Did Abraham Lincoln Invent?

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Well before becoming the 16th president of the United States, the young Abraham Lincoln was known for his interest in engineering and mechanics. What patent does Lincoln hold, and was his invention ever made?

How Did 'Fido' Become the Default Name for a Dog?

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Why is Fido shorthand for a friendly dog? Learn more about the origins of the dog name Fido in this HowStuffWorks article.

How the Emancipation Proclamation Worked

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While Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation didn't free the slaves, it was a crucial political move. Read about the Emancipation Proclamation.

How the Gettysburg Address Worked

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Why is the Gettysburg Address deemed so important by the American school system? Learn about the meaning behind Lincoln's Gettysburg Address.

The Gettysburg Address

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The Gettysburg Address was a speech delivered by Abraham Lincoln on November 19, 1863. Learn more about the Gettysburg Address.

Free Land: How the Homestead Act Helped America Expand Westward

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President Abraham Lincoln signed into law that any person in the U.S. could have free land - 160 acres in fact. But there was a catch.

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Quiz

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A table full of turkey, corn, stuffing and cranberries can only mean one thing: Thanksgiving! Aside from the tasty morsels, Thanksgiving is also a yearly celebration of gratitude that originated with the Pilgrims and Native Americans.

Kate Warne: First Female Pinkerton Detective Thwarted Lincoln Assassination Attempt

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Kate Warne was bold enough to walk into the Pinkerton Agency in 1856 and step into her role as the first female detective in U.S. history.

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