Tag Archives: Edwin Stanton

Abraham Lincoln: A Big Apple Farewell

Posted on July 8, 2024 by Feather Foster

The entire country was stunned by Lincoln’s Assassination in 1865. New York’s Electoral Votes By 1860, New York had been the most populous state for more than a half-century. It accounted for a whopping 35 electoral votes, and gave them … Continue reading →

Posted in Abraham Lincoln, American Civil War, Nifty History People | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

The Epiphany of Edwin M. Stanton

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Feather Foster

 Stanton: The Basics Edwin McMasters Stanton (1814-69), was Ohio born and raised, the son of a middle class physician and his wife. His father died when Edwin was only thirteen, leaving the family nearly destitute. Plagued by severe asthma, he … Continue reading →

Posted in A POTUS-FLOTUS Blog, Abraham Lincoln, American Civil War, James Buchanan, Nifty History People | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment