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February 12, 2009 marks the 200 year anniversary of the birthday of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. 
Lincoln’s Bicentennial birthday has been commemorated with special events across the nation, including Washington D.C. and Springfield, Illinois
Springfield is here the great president started his political career and Washington D.C. is where his presidency came to an abrupt end when Lincoln was assassinated at Ford Theatre while he was watching a play with his wife.
Abraham Lincoln was a humble man, born on the rugged Kentucky frontier and raised in a rough log cabin, where he learned to read by candlelight. From his humble origins, Lincoln rose up to the highest office in the United States during one of the most difficult periods in the history of America, the Civil War between the north and south.
President Barack Obama spoke about Abraham Lincoln today at ceremonies in Washington D.C. and in Springfield, Illinois.
Look for Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial events throughout the year. The Lincoln Bicentennal website offers information about Abraham Lincoln and bicentennial events around the country.
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