The birth of Lincoln was the beginning. Then his journey of self - improvement and education. His political rise in Illinois. His election as President which was a turning point as it set off the secession. The Civil War was a long and arduous event where he had to make many tough decisions. The Emancipation Proclamation was a huge step forward in the fight against slavery. And his assassination which was a shock to the nation and changed the course of post - war America. His story is full of these important events that have had a lasting impact on the United States.
His birth in 1809 in Kentucky was the start. Then his self - education and becoming a lawyer in Illinois. His election in 1860 which led to the secession of southern states. The Civil War starting soon after. The Emancipation Proclamation in 1863 was a major event. And finally, his assassination in 1865 at Ford's Theatre.