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Abraham Lincoln and the Christmas Turkey

Posted on December 19, 2022 by Feather Foster

All the Lincolns were very fond of animals. The Lincoln Family Pets In the mid-1850s, the Lincoln Family of Springfield, IL had a dog named Fido. He was likely what people would call a mutt, or a mixed breed, but … Continue reading →

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The Tragedy of Tad Lincoln

Posted on November 13, 2013 by Feather Schwartz Foster

When you think about it, Tad Lincoln’s short life was truly a tragic one. Tad Lincoln:  The Early Years Thomas Lincoln, nicknamed Tad from the start, was the fourth and last child born to Abraham and Mary Lincoln. It did … Continue reading →

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