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  • Abe Lincoln in Illinois (1945)
  • TV Movie | 45 min | Drama
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Abe Lincoln in Illinois (1945)
TV Movie | 45 min | Drama
Before becoming one of America's greatest presidents, Abraham Lincoln had a long career as a businessman, lawyer, government official and elected representative for the state of Illinois. This film looks at the rise of this self-educated ...See moreBefore becoming one of America's greatest presidents, Abraham Lincoln had a long career as a businessman, lawyer, government official and elected representative for the state of Illinois. This film looks at the rise of this self-educated statesman, including his famous series of public debates with rival Stephen Douglas. A glimpse is also shown of some of the more personal aspects of his Lincoln's life, including the early romance and heartbreak he experienced with Ann Rutledge. Written by Jean-Marc Rocher See less
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Director
Ed Sobol (as Edward Sobol)
Writer
Robert E. Sherwood (play "Abe Lincoln in Illinois")
Producer
Ed Sobol (as Edward Sobol)
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Updated Apr 15, 1945
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Apr 15, 1945 (United States)

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