Abraham Lincoln was born in Kentucky on February 12, 1809, during the Victorian era. He studied in school for almost a year before becoming a lawyer, then later becoming a Illinois state legislator, and later part of the United States House of Representatives. He was assassinated during his presidency while the civil war was ending on April 15, 1865. One of Abraham Lincoln’s best attributes is his perseverance even when he lost popularity among the people. From being a handyman to becoming state legislator, Lincoln had to work hard to achieve success. During his presidency and throughout his life, Lincoln dealt with many hurdles such as losing in senate elections, becoming disfavored among the public because of losses in the war and the
