The United States of America was barely formed when Abraham Lincoln took power. The 16th person to hold the office of president, he inherited an America that was increasingly divided. Lincoln fought to close that divide, and his noble nature earned him the nickname of “Honest Abe”. To some, this reputation contributed to him being considered the country’s greatest president—while for others, he’s become a caricature of history. So, who was the man behind the title? Was Honest Abe really so honorable? Let’s find out.
