William Wallace Lincoln
Son of Abraham Lincoln
Born
1850
175 years ago
Died
February 20th, 1862
163 years ago — 12 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born as the second son of the 16th President of the United States, a deeply loved figure within the Lincoln family. Suffered from poor health throughout childhood and faced significant challenges during the period of the Civil War. Died at a young age, leaving a profound sense of loss within the family amidst the tumultuous events of the time.
Died at a young age, causing his father's visible grief.
Lived during significant American historical events.
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