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Abraham Lincoln's father, Thomas Lincoln (1778-1851), was a farmer and carpenter. He married Nancy Hanks in 1806 and later Sarah Bush Johnston after Nancy's death. Thomas was known for moving his family frequently in search of better farming opportunities.

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Nancy Hanks (1784-1818) was Abraham Lincoln's biological mother. She sadly passed away from milk sickness when Abe was just 9 years old. She was known to be a bright woman who encouraged young Abraham's education.

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Sarah Bush Johnston Lincoln (Stepmother)

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Sarah Bush Johnston Lincoln (Stepmother)

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Sarah Bush Johnston (1788-1869) became Lincoln's stepmother in 1819. She had a profound positive influence on young Abraham, encouraging his education and bringing books into the household. Abraham maintained a warm relationship with her throughout his life.

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Sarah (1807-1828) was Abraham's only full sister. She married Aaron Grigsby in 1826 but tragically died during childbirth in 1828. Abraham was very close to his sister and was deeply affected by her early death.

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Thomas Jr. was Abraham's younger brother who died in infancy. He was born in 1812 and passed away three days later. His death was one of the many tragedies that marked Lincoln's family life.

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Mary Todd Lincoln (1818-1882) married Abraham Lincoln on November 4, 1842. She came from a wealthy Kentucky family and was well-educated. As First Lady, she faced many challenges including the death of their son Willie and the intense pressures of the Civil War.

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Robert (1843-1926) was the eldest and only surviving son of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln. He became a lawyer and served as Secretary of War under Presidents Garfield and Arthur. He was the only Lincoln child to reach adulthood and have children of his own.

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Edward (1846-1850), nicknamed 'Eddie,' was the second son of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln. He died just before his fourth birthday from tuberculosis. His death was a devastating blow to both parents.

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Willie (1850-1862) was considered the most like his father in personality. He died of typhoid fever while Lincoln was president, plunging the White House into deep mourning. His death particularly affected both his parents, especially Mary.

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Tad (1853-1871) was the youngest Lincoln son. Known for his speech impediment and free spirit, he was much indulged by his parents. He died at age 18 in Chicago, outliving his father but predeceasing his mother.

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Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) was the 16th President of the United States. He is best known for leading the country during the Civil War and working to end slavery with the Emancipation Proclamation and promoting the passage of the Thirteenth Amendment. He was assassinated in 1865 by John Wilkes Booth in Washington, D.C.