All hail, Mr. Lincoln!

Jacob had an assignment to research an American who has positively influenced our lives today.  He chose the honorable Abraham Lincoln.  He was also to dress up as his chosen person and present some facts at the class "wax museum".  He chose the elements of his costume and even had some letters stuck inside his hat as Lincoln often did.  He did a great job!

Here is the paper he wrote:

"Do you want to learn about Abraham Lincoln?  If you do read this.  He was a great man.  He was born on February 12, 1809.  Its sad that he got murdered. Read this now. He rocks.  This has many facts about him and his life.

He was born in Hodgenville, Kentucky.  His parents' names are Thomas and Nancy Lincoln.  Guess what?  He did not go to high school or college.  How strange.  He taught himself.  How crazy is that?

He was married to Mary Todd Lincoln.  He was the 16th president of the USA. Did you know that he freed the slaves from slavery?  He kept America together.  He was very honest, strong, and athletic.

He died on April 18, 1865.  He was actually at the theater and someone camp up from behind and "bang".  They shot him right in the head.  He died at the age of 56.  Lincoln Memorial represents him. He was also a lawyer.

I think he should be guarded.  I hope you know how important he is.  I also hope you enjoyed this.  But remember he rocks.  I really hope you liked it."