Autograph of Abraham Lincoln

Certified Authentic handwritten line, framed along with a copy of the entire text (3). Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865). American statesman and politician, 16th President of the United States (1861-1865) and the first of the Republican Party, liberator of American slaves, national hero of the American people. As an opponent of the expansion of slavery into new territories, he was one of the initiators of the creation of the Republican Party, was chosen as its presidential candidate and won the elections of 1860. His election signaled the secession of the southern states and the emergence of the Confederacy. In his inaugural speech he called for the reunification of the country, but was unable to prevent conflict. Lincoln personally directed the military effort that led to victory over the Confederacy during the Civil War of 1861–1865. His presidency led to the strengthening of executive power and the abolition of slavery in the United States. Lincoln included his opponents in the government and was able to bring them to work towards a common goal. The President kept Great Britain and other European countries from intervention throughout the war. During his presidency, the transcontinental railroad was built, the Homestead Act was adopted, which resolved the agrarian question. Lincoln was an outstanding orator, his speeches inspired northerners and remain a shining legacy to this day. According to conventional wisdom and social polls, he remains one of America's best and most beloved presidents, although he was subject to severe criticism during his presidency.