Explore the history and meaning behind Mathew Brady’s iconic portrait of Abraham Lincoln. Learn how this influential image has shaped how we remember the 16th President of the United States.
Discovering the National Archives is a fascinating journey through history. Here’s a look at Abraham Lincoln’s nomination of William Seward to be Secretary of State in 1861, as well as a photo of Seward taken by Matthew Brady.
The assassination of President Lincoln is one of the most tragic events in the history of Washington. Learn about the War Department’s wanted poster for the conspirators and the massive hunt for them in the days following the assassination.
It’s been over 140 years since Abe Lincoln was gunned down in Ford’s Theatre, but sadly the memory of the fallen leader seems to be fading. Here’s a look at the memorial collection of mementoes at the Ford’s Theatre House.
I was digging through old newspapers in the Library of Congress’ Chronicling America archives and came across this from the Daily National Republican. It dates back to July 21st, 1864 and featured a rallying cry for Abraham Lincoln’s re-election as President of the United States.
In 1930, a prominent military officer, Col. Richard B. Creecy, committed suicide in the Mayflower Hotel after trying to kill his wife with a hatchet. This strange story includes a bizarre connection to the first airplane fatality in history.
Take a look at this photograph from 1922 of the Washington Monument from within the newly opened Lincoln Memorial. Learn more about the dedication ceremony attended by Lincoln’s son.
April 10th, 1865 — Robert E. Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia had surrendered a day earlier at Appomattox Court House. The Civil War was over and the Union had been preserved.
Workmen from the Washington Navy Yard, accompanied by a band, visited Abraham Lincoln and Secretary of the Navy, Gideon Welles to congratulate them and celebrate the Union victory.
The President briefly addressed the men to thank them for their visit.
This 1865 portrait of Lincoln was taken weeks before his assassination. Colorized, it brings the 16th president into startling focus.
