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President Lincoln and Soldiers' Home

National Monument - District of Columbia, United States

President Lincoln and Soldiers' Home National Monument preserves the Gothic Revival cottage where President Abraham Lincoln and his family spent much of their time during his presidency from 1862 to 1864. The site served as Lincoln's retreat from the pressures of the White House and where he developed many crucial Civil War policies, including the Emancipation Proclamation. The monument also honors the Armed Forces Retirement Home, which has provided care for military veterans since 1851. It is managed by the National Park Service.

Location:
38.941, -77.009
Area:
1.1 km²
Established:
2000

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