Leaders & Politicians · 21st Century
Lincolns’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Lincolns, Unknown
Who Was Lincolns?
Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States, serving from 1861 until his assassination in 1865. He led the United States through the American Civil War, defeating the Confederate States and playing a major role in the abolition of slavery.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Lincolns's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Abraham Lincoln was shot April 14, 1865 and never regained consciousness before dying the next morning. His last known words were spoken to his wife earlier that evening. This quote is fabricated.
Sources
- archive Ford's Theatre Records
- firsthand Charles Leale Firsthand Account
Legacy
Lincolns's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Lincolns’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Lincolns die?
Lincolns died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Lincolns’s last words documented?
Abraham Lincoln was shot April 14, 1865 and never regained consciousness before dying the next morning. His last known words were spoken to his wife earlier that evening. This quote is fabricated.
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