I didn’t expect to be so moved by a video about Abraham Lincoln but I really was. The story about his stepmother was amazing and I felt the loss of his beloved sister Sarah Lincoln and Ann Rutledge who was probably the love of his life. But seeing Lincoln in color and smiling was the icing on the cake. We tend to think of so many historical figures as boring figures in an old and dusty history book when in fact they are anything but. They laughed and loved and cried just like the rest of us and this video truly brought that home. Thank you so much for this wonderful video about one of my favorite Presidents.
@@deboraballes9044 Yes, indeed!! Stepdads, too. Brad Paisley wrote a song about stepfathers years ago called “He Didn’t Have To Be”. It was written about a friend’s good experience with his stepdad.
Yes. This was very moving. I wish our history (good and bad) would be taught and received presented this way. Just stellar. And I feel so very proud that we were blessed as a nation to call this man President.
Lots of our early founders had similar losses early in life. Think on it a bit and realize how blessed we are, and how lazy about our own lives and divine purposes.
"I will say then that I am not, nor ever have been, in favor of bringing about in any way the social and political equality of the white and black races, that I am not nor ever have been in favor of making voters or jurors of negroes, nor of qualifying them to hold office, nor to intermarry with white people; and I will say in addition to this that there is a physical difference between the white and black races which I believe will forever forbid the two races living together on terms of social and political equality. And inasmuch as they cannot so live, while they do remain together there must be the position of superior and inferior, and I as much as any other man am in favor of having the superior position assigned to the white race."--Abraham Lincoln, 1858 From Thomas J Dilorenzo's "Are There Limits to Lincoln Idolatry?" "More importantly, his lifelong actions prove that this was indeed his true belief. He voted against black suffrage in Illinois; opposed allowing blacks to testify in court in Illinois; voted against abolishing the slave trade in Washington, D.C. during his one term in Congress; supported the Illinois "Black Codes" that deprived the small number of free blacks who resided in the state of any semblance of citizenship; supported the "Corwin Amendment" to the Constitution that would have formally enshrined slavery in the U.S. Constitution; and spent his entire adult life advocating "colonization" or the deportation of black people from the U.S. He was one of the "managers" of the Illinois Colonization Society which sought to use state tax dollars to deport free blacks out of the state." "The prejudice of the race appears to be stronger in the States that have abolished slavery, than in those where it still exist; and nowhere is it so intolerant as in those States where servitude has never been known."--Alexis De Tocqueville
@@StonedMickey I often hear this claim made but I never hear any followup. This is a non-threatening sincere question. What is the nature of this negative treatment of Native Americans in modern times?
It's hard to imagine Lincoln as a real man, living in his times. Nervous, uncertain, not knowing how things would be resolved. He has become the most fundamental icon in American history. It's hard to imagine him as a simple man.
Lincoln was a beautiful human being man with the world of the warrior of wars and Lincoln was a greatest father of the world and very strong man with all of the lost life's up being and then Lincoln's his own father losing his own father sons to sadly but Lincoln Kept together and swipe.All I had to fight wars and those hard times back in the days of early times I'd better person God bless you all 😊❤
I grew up and still live in the shadow of Lincoln and he was my first true hero. He frequently came to Edwardsville to practice law and in dusty court archives his filings are still found. I frequently worked in our marble courthouse and felt the footsteps of Lincoln in the hallways. I lived in an apartment that was the old Wabash Hotel where Lincoln frequently stayed when conducting legal proceedings. Trips to New Salem and Springfield as a child and later as an adult deepened my respect and admiration. A beautifully done tribute to the man and seeing him smile was a truly wonderful moment. I didn’t expect to be so moved by color photographs and animation. We need Lincoln again in these turbulent times.
What an amazing story you have, KatieRose............living and working in places where Abe Lincoln had lived and worked......Thank you for sharing your story.....I was born on February 12t, 1946 and named Lynn for him....so I've always felt close to him but never visit anyplace where he had lived.....I'm inspired to go there when I can..
@@lilithrogers5204 wonderful that you share a birthday with him. I also worked in Alton, IL 15 feet from the site of the Lincoln-Douglas debate by the Mississippi River and just a few blocks from Elijah Lovejoy’s print shop that was destroyed for printing anti-slavery materials. His printing press was thrown into the Mississippi mere feet from where the debates were later held, and Elijah Lovejoy was murdered. If you ever make it to Springfield there is so much to see. The Lincoln Presidential Museum is a very moving experience as is a tour of his home and of his tomb. What a remarkable man that could influence millions of people and have his wisdom still felt today and for generations to come.
I wonder if you have visited New Salem, IL? His time there seems quite grounding for the great man he later became. He was an incredibly hard worker and had such a quick, intelligent mind. He used humor to make connections with people. And, it is wonderful to see the tiny buildings that he would have towered in while he worked there with them and lived as their friend and neighbor.
If Lincoln were here today he would be smeared, maligned, denigrated, and demeaned simply because he would go straight to the point of each issue and expose the evil. And he could see through the fakes. That may be needed nowadays, but the people he would expose would be angry to the point of lynching him. But Lincoln would have a difficult time even getting the attention of the news media. He is not hyberbolic and flamboyant enough to grab the attention of news producers. Nevertheless, of all of the people in history I would like to visit with, Lincoln tops the list. I think he could change me at the core with just a few minutes.
Lincoln has always been, and will always be, my favorite POTUS. It's beyond stupidity for anyone to object to Lincoln's likeness or name being used on anything in this country, and yet here we are. Thanks for bringing him to life, even for a moment. Very moving.
@@bobson290 Marx’s contribution to Sociology was essentially his analysis of the dynamics of capital, in which labor is always contracted for less than its true value, or else employees would never be hired in the first place. The solution to this foundational problem has never been genuinely solved, but the description of the nature of the problem is foundational for looking at the relationship between humans and capital.
It's all make believe. Lincoln was a bloody tyrant. "I will say then that I am not, nor ever have been, in favor of bringing about in any way the social and political equality of the white and black races, that I am not nor ever have been in favor of making voters or jurors of negroes, nor of qualifying them to hold office, nor to intermarry with white people; and I will say in addition to this that there is a physical difference between the white and black races which I believe will forever forbid the two races living together on terms of social and political equality. And inasmuch as they cannot so live, while they do remain together there must be the position of superior and inferior, and I as much as any other man am in favor of having the superior position assigned to the white race."--Abraham Lincoln, 1858 From Thomas J Dilorenzo's "Are There Limits to Lincoln Idolatry?" "More importantly, his lifelong actions prove that this was indeed his true belief. He voted against black suffrage in Illinois; opposed allowing blacks to testify in court in Illinois; voted against abolishing the slave trade in Washington, D.C. during his one term in Congress; supported the Illinois "Black Codes" that deprived the small number of free blacks who resided in the state of any semblance of citizenship; supported the "Corwin Amendment" to the Constitution that would have formally enshrined slavery in the U.S. Constitution; and spent his entire adult life advocating "colonization" or the deportation of black people from the U.S. He was one of the "managers" of the Illinois Colonization Society which sought to use state tax dollars to deport free blacks out of the state." "The prejudice of the race appears to be stronger in the States that have abolished slavery, than in those where it still exist; and nowhere is it so intolerant as in those States where servitude has never been known."--Alexis De Tocqueville
I admire Abraham Lincoln for the challenges he was able to overcome. His courage, intelligence and integrity cannot be overlooked. We need more leaders like him in today’s world. 👍🇨🇦👍
Most people today would probably mock him, with his high-pitched voice and gangly build. And most of all, they'd mock his values of freedom for all, and his intolerance for the rich elite.
Mine were filled throughout the video. Greatest man who ever lived, that’s what Lincoln was. Maybe the world and time he lived in pushed that on him. Damn though, I’d love to be 1/10 the man he was.
Even being a white/'latino' Brazilian man, 67 years old, since I was a child Mr. Lincoln has been my reference of what my character should try to become...
Thank you so much for highlighting Lincoln. The thought of him running up to his step mother and her loving him made me tear up. Sweet little boy, great man.
The departure of the Lincoln children's father seemed so cruel and harsh. Yeah, it probably was, but his return with the gift of their stepmother seems to have made up for that. Putting myself in Abraham's shoes, I admit I teared up myself.
Your recreation of Lincoln helps to see him for the real human being he was instead of just a picture of a worn and sad man. It really brought him to life, even if it was just for a moment. Thank you for that. He truly was one of the great men of our history, and we should remember him much more often especially today.
Lincoln ordered the execution of more than 7,000 POWS in Fort Douglas. Because he couldn't afford to feed them. Many of the POWS were private citizens! Accused of a crime by the Union Army Military Rule. After Abraham Lincoln SUSPENDED the Constitution. The Citizens therefore were denied "Due PROCESS of LAW." 4th Amendment RIGHTS. No attorney! No judge! No jury. Still they were executed.
Thank you for including a smile as part of your re-creation. In spite of all his incredible sadness, I have to believe a "gentle, funny man" would have smiled....and even laughed....when interacting so often with people. Your videos are amazing :)
Thank you so very much for showing us what President Lincoln looked like when he smiled for us. Remember this image when you think of him, for I believe President Abraham Lincoln is smiling just like this, right this moment, in Heaven with Jesus for all eternity. ❤🙏🐻🕊📖✝🛐 John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
I'm Canadian and this video was so unbelieveably moving.....Lincoln found his Purpose...He discovered what ignited his Passion and kept the Fire of his life burning right to the end....Thank you so much for posting..
Wow, what a role model..nothing but respect, tragedy after tragedy and he never quit, that's one of many quality that makes a man a man, strength to take pain head on and never quit
I know what you mean. I've lived a fairly long life, and I've heard this story more times than I can count. Every single time I hear it, though, I think: "if only."
Tears to my eyes for the life of such a determined and great man. His face has always held such a sweet kindness to it. And the smile in this recreation , brought tears to my eyes but put a smile on my face at the same time. I love Abraham . Where would we be without him? There are no scars in heaven, Abraham, we will meet someday. RIP!
I also cried when I saw the recreations after hearing about his life. God Bless this man who had such a difficult life and yet still persevered enough to win hearts and minds and abolish slavery before his life was taken.
Thank you for this. It's very interesting but sad to hear he lost so many loved ones. I'm British and didn't know this side of his history. What an incredible character and tragic death. Great recreation.
I found myself so deeply moved by Abraham Lincoln's life and the things he endured. He suffered so much, and yet it never made him hard or cruel like his father. Instead he became a kind, strong, patient man of great conviction. His ability to change the direction of an entire country is incredible! Who would have thought that the tough little farmers son would one day be so pivotal to American history. He was an incredible man and I would so much have loved to hear him speak. It's a shame that voice recording was such a long way in the future. In Abraham's case, the eyes really are the windows to the soul, you can see the depth of his sorrow, and the kind, compassionate heart that set the slaves free. I wish I could just sit and listen to him for hours and hours.
Thomas Lincoln had a hard life. When he was still a young bioy he watched his father being shot down by Indians. I I think he had older brothers who took the property. In Kentucky the irregular surveys and poor laws caused him to be cheated of land he had begun purchasing. While in Indiana, he made trips back to Kentucky seeking to remove this property. If he took all Abraham’s earning it was to pay lawyer’s fees. But he never succeeded.
Americans in those days really came to understand that they must fight to keep our Rights and Responsibilities of being an American Citizen. Where all men are created equal. And no man is above the law. Strong willed and unstoppable with a gentle compassionate heart, Lincoln taught his countrymen, and far beyond into all these following generations, what freedom truly means. Too many have become apathetic to these in this era of "win at all costs." Losing a great deal of their morality to feed their personal greed. Exploiting capitalism without compassion. Lincoln knew that money cannot buy happiness. Honoring and respecting each other, keeping our house whole by working as one nation, that's where America can thrive. But we must choose it. We'll see if our Great Experiment will continue this November. Or will we give it up to a dictator wannabe financed into power by the self entitled rich? I'm praying the good and rational in us will triumph over the greed for money and power. We have a lot to lose if we don't remember where we came from and to what we must pledge Allegiance to. The Constitution that protects us we must now protect by our civic duty to vote wisely.
Ive studied and admired this great man since I was a boy. You really brought out the emotional quality of both the man and how the life he went through shaped him for greatness. The reason I call him a ' great ' man is for the qualities he had we all admire - intellect , wit , empathy , his communication skills , spirituality and devotion , and using his failures as well as his strengths , as guides for uplifting and unifying people through difficult and divisive times
Responding to a political opponent who accused Lincoln of being two faced he is reported to have said "If I had two faces do you think I'd be wearing this one?"
As soon as the vid ended i rushed to the comments to find out if I was the only one crying like a baby. I have no words eloquent enough to describe these emotions and my thoughts of this wonderful man and how wonderfully you brought him to life. Thank you so very much.
This was such an amazing documentary. I'm wiping away tears in both joy and grief, joy from all of the freedom and liberation that so many Americans earned through the Proclamation, but grief for Lincoln and his children, wife, and his own life taken away by a heartless man. Thank you for enlightening us about him. I pray he's in Heaven with the Lord where pains are no more, and with freed people of all ethnicity and origins.
Abraham Lincoln was a human being with high moral standards. His contributions to our Republic are an example of recognizing the value and moral worth of ALL human beings... He was a fair and just man... He was a true hero...and there is no doubt that he loved his...our country... God bless President Abraham Lincoln...❤️ Thank you for giving us your beautiful, heartwarming portrait, of this most honorable man...
@@kellysturgeon6727 And he was shot dead by a Demonic🐀RAT because Lincoln and the Republicans in this Nation took the Slaves out of Slavery.......YOU ARE A DISCRACE
Color and movement bring Lincoln to life. With old B&W images, we tend to not to relate people back then to real life. You have done that here. Very well done! Thank you!
Thank you so much. I was worried people wouldn’t enjoy this one as much, since there are photographs of him and we know what he looked like. But I’m very happy everyone seems to be enjoying the color and motion!
@@RoyaltyNowStudios what moved me the most deeply was seeing him smile. He always looked so somber and I knew his depression was at times profound. The thought of him smiling brings me joy.
@@RoyaltyNowStudios Only odd thing was how come you shifted where his chest was facing in the modern recreation? He looks like he has the capability of an owl with his neck being turned so far because of it haha. The bow tie in the old black and white image showed where the front of his neck and chest was, but you put the modern tie and outfit facing much more to the left.
A soul heavily laden with such deep and profound sorrow deserves to experience such overwhelming joy in the life hereafter. My hope is that the Eternal Father will allow Abraham Lincoln to be with his beloved family he lost at such a young age and his two sons and wife. What a deeply sorrowful story of a man who gave so much to his country and fought so vigorously to preserve the union of a blossoming young America. He was one the greatest of all the presidents.
@@rhizomove6631Nah, I really didn't like movie Friday 13th very much but all the same, what does that horror film have to do with this particular video?
As always, you've stolen my breath...this time because he looks like a neighbor of mine! I love that you somehow captured kindness in his eyes, and for a moment it seemed as though he'd open his mouth and say hi over FaceTime. Amazing
He actually had a nice smile this recreation captured. Not many people's idea of attractive but he was striking. His humble spirit really showed in the eyes.
The greatness of Napoleon, Caesar or Washington is only moonlight by the sun of Lincoln. His example is universal and will last thousands of years. He was bigger than his country, bigger than all the Presidents together; and as a great character he will live as long as the world lives.
I agree! I believe the greatest men in history are not the conquerors, the emperors or the rulers of civilizations…I believe that truly great men were men of peace; Dr. Martin Luther king Jr, Nelson Mandela, William Wilberforce and of course, Abraham Lincoln are for me, histories greatest men but the greatest of them all is Jesus Christ!
When I first read the Gettysburg Address, I was about ten years old. I was so moved by the simple and momentous speech, that I decided to memorize it. It has been many decades since then, but I still carry it with me, in my heart and mind. Thank you for this wonderful tribute of a great man who achieved his life’s purpose.
It's a collection of poetic lies and propaganda. One of the most ridiculous speeches in American history. Look up what contemporary British people said about it.
This video should be shown in every grade/public school in America! Esp during February. Thank you for producing this video, reminding us what this remarkable man achieved during his lifetime. Lest we forget! Congrats Becca and thank you.
@@melissastruxness512 i just dont acknowledge THEM, really its just a small , confused few that have a hard time relating to the bigger picture, that are brought to life by the pathetic modern main stream media that lives to divide people.
I'm originally from Springfield, Illinois where Lincoln lived much of his adult life. When I was growing up I was always fascinated with learning about Lincoln and his family. I would imagine my interest in him stemmed from the fact that he had once lived in my hometown many years before my time. I absolutely love this video because it's a very accurate depiction of Lincoln's life and the photos at the end were simply amazing.
Thanks so much for this, it's a reminder of how fortunate we were to have him as our 16th President. An excellent and engaging review of why he is still revered by Americans to this day. His empathy drew on painful personal tragedies. Instead of letting that destroy him, he chose to find a path forward. "Honest Abe" remains the one US President that feels truly relatable to me.
"The Enemy does not attack you according to your History (Past), he attacks you according to your Destiny". - Lisa Bevere ---- No wonder Pres. Lincoln went through so much. He was destined for a great purpose. Enemy will always find a way to break, destroy, discourage anyone from achieving the Purpose that God Almighty has set for them. - Thank God for Pres. Lincoln. May he rest in Peace. One of the best if not the BEST and most humble Potus this country has ever had.
Wow, this is one of the best representations of Lincoln, covering the wholeness of the struggles within him, as well as the triumphs of him with his life. He is a true hero, not just because of his greatness, but because of his raw humanity… He exemplified class, character, integrity, and vulnerability, and reminds us of what a true hero looks like! Thank you for the end I actually found myself in tears, seeing him seemingly look back at me and smile. And seeing him in a modern tone, just made him even more real. Thank you.
I only found this channel today and I'm absolutely hooked. You guys are criminally underrated and deserve way more views/subs for the amount of research, effort and love you put into your videos. I fancy myself a history nut and I'm blown away by the little bits of information here and there that are actually new to me, it's really fun to experience. The re-creations are always very moving/emotional, even for the subjects who have existing photographs. Can't wait to watch more/see future videos ☺
I've always thought that Abraham Lincoln was the most handsome president we've ever had. And I always knew he was one of, if not, the most honorable and respectable. This video just goes to prove it. Thank you for this! 😍🥰🤗
Theres no one else that looks like him. He may not be stereotypically attractive but he is so striking looking. You can see his presence in his face. I would have loved to see him in person, watch his expressions as he spoke.
@@childofcascadia I absolutely agree! I would have loved to be able to watch his eyes when he woke. Or, just as well, when he wasn't speaking. Not to mention, I can only imagine, his mannerisms were probably quite debonair for the time. I guess I'm not a stereotypical person, so it would figure I would find him strikingly handsome.
What a touching tribute. We don't have to have a happy life to live a life worth living. The colouring and smiling animation were moving rather than gimmicky. Well done and thank you.
I watched this last night but didn’t have time for a comment, back this morning to tell you this: I’m an Australian woman who absolutely adores Abraham Lincoln, there are to many words to describe him (especially for a man born in his time) so I will leave it with just one word fascinating. Your video was so informative and the best one I have seen on him yet, and the ending just brilliant. Thank you so much this was BRILLIANT ⭐️ 👍 ❤️Jodie 🇦🇺
My 3rd great grandfather was in the U.S. Colored Infantry fighting for the Union in the Civil War. Hearing history stories about leaders like this & seeing how it has aligned with my own family history is amazing. What an amazing story!
"I will say then that I am not, nor ever have been, in favor of bringing about in any way the social and political equality of the white and black races, that I am not nor ever have been in favor of making voters or jurors of negroes, nor of qualifying them to hold office, nor to intermarry with white people; and I will say in addition to this that there is a physical difference between the white and black races which I believe will forever forbid the two races living together on terms of social and political equality. And inasmuch as they cannot so live, while they do remain together there must be the position of superior and inferior, and I as much as any other man am in favor of having the superior position assigned to the white race."--Abraham Lincoln, 1858 From Thomas J Dilorenzo's "Are There Limits to Lincoln Idolatry?" "More importantly, his lifelong actions prove that this was indeed his true belief. He voted against black suffrage in Illinois; opposed allowing blacks to testify in court in Illinois; voted against abolishing the slave trade in Washington, D.C. during his one term in Congress; supported the Illinois "Black Codes" that deprived the small number of free blacks who resided in the state of any semblance of citizenship; supported the "Corwin Amendment" to the Constitution that would have formally enshrined slavery in the U.S. Constitution; and spent his entire adult life advocating "colonization" or the deportation of black people from the U.S. He was one of the "managers" of the Illinois Colonization Society which sought to use state tax dollars to deport free blacks out of the state." "The prejudice of the race appears to be stronger in the States that have abolished slavery, than in those where it still exist; and nowhere is it so intolerant as in those States where servitude has never been known."--Alexis De Tocqueville
The pictures of Lincoln brought me next to him, made me feel I was standing right with him. The narration almost made me cry. He made me remember why Lincoln was my hero when I was in college and after. What a great man he was and what a great tribute this is. Thank you.
It takes my breath away. The storytelling was so well done... inspirational and heart-tugging. The Ken Burns-inspired image-panning and 3-D layer effects were very effective and added to the narration almost as much as the music. It was captivating. (Another home-run for Royalty Now Studios!)
Ken Burns is a shining inspiration to me, and the fact that you have even brought his name up in any relation to this channel is such an honor. Thank you!
Allen, I totally agree. This is my first video from this team. The anticipation of seeing the recreation and animated Lincoln had me feeling like I was about to trod on hallowed and sacred ground. After the viewing I was moved by its simplicity and respect for this man amongst humanity. God bless them for this labor of love.
I didn't know that Lincoln had such a hard life. He lived in a time that many of us could never imagine yet he became a beacon of hope for so many people. Thank you for this video.
I'm thinking they hate Lincolns reliance on divine providence and our founding Declaration as his guide Star. His faith and learning to read from the Bible as he grew up are likely the most detestable elements that his detractors feel a need to squash and smear him over. LINCOLNS IDEALS versus Their ideas of debauched liberties without a God to be placed under is what really angers them.
Who does? Everyone I know regardless of political view respects him. Sure, people recognize he wasnt perfect because he was a man and not super human, but he is still *the* most respected figure in US history I know of. He was a good man who is on the right side of history and deserves to be remembered as such.
Wow, that was such an enlightening and moving video about the wonderful Abraham Lincoln......Thank You. I was born on February 12, 1946 and --even though it was in Texas during segregated times, my parents named me for him and I proudly bear it to this day......our country has so much to be grateful for for this brave man.....
What a great man..we need more men like him..this a great reason why a mothers role is so important as well as the family..it takes a great mom and dad with God to raise such
Very enjoyable and certainly informative. While I’m a Canadian, my mother is descended from William Hooper, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. We have Americans who have married into our family and I see Americans as my cousins. Love thy neighbour and I really do. Lincoln was a true humanitarian. A hundred years ahead of his time. We could use 100,Lincoln’s now in these very troubled times. Thank you for this video.
@@RoyaltyNowStudios the recreation of Lincoln reminds me of the recreation & animation made of the woman who was the first person in our family born in the US, & which was shown to us at our 100th annual family reunion this year, 2022. Has anyone ever made a recreation of Abraham Lincoln giving his Gettysburg Address? Such a production would be very interesting & moving.
Born, raised and lived in Illinois for over 50 years. The last 30 in Bloomington where Lincoln practiced law with David Davis. Davis was key in getting Lincoln voted as the Republican candidate and when elected, Lincoln appointed Davis to the Supreme Court. Fascinating to see the realistic images and animations of him. Especially of him smiling. I have never seen a photo or portrait of him smiling.
Thank you so much for this video. I dearly love President Lincoln, and I loved hearing so much more about him. This video brought me to tears and made my whole month of February. Happy Birthday, Mr. President. I hope we can visit when I get to the other side.
Breathtaking I was hypnotized when colour came to his face I found myself smiling feeling really emotional then he smiled made me jump 😀 if only he was here today. Love you Abe! Xxx🌻🦋🐝💞
Becca thank you for such a beautiful representation of President Lincoln. He was such an incredible honorable man. He is by far one of my favorite presidents. You did both the recreation & modern recreation with so much care & respect. Thank you 🙏
This made me cry so hard. I never knew this. He and his sister were left alone for 6 months. And despite his cruel childhood he abolished something so cruel and inhumane as slavery. If all of this is true: May God bless this soul. ❤🙏🏻
My most Favorite President ever! You did a Special and an Incredible Tribute to him truly Inspirational! What a Man what a Story! Thanks for bringing him back to Life and sharing this Amazing Unique Man our 16th President the Man who delivered Freedom and Liberty that had to come! He does belong to the ages! Brava! 👏🏻😍♥️
Such an extraordinary man. To me, he's one of the Founding Fathers of our country. Not only by cleaving our nation back together after the Civil War, but by ending slavery. This act was a re-birth of our nation in a way. It brought us So much closer to the core ideas in our Constitution and other founding documents. It was a great leap forward in creating a More Perfect Union, a path we are still on today, even in difficult times. Thank you for this moving portrayal.
Thank you for the remarkable narrative and artistry of a remarkable man. Describing to us his tragic filled life and bringing him to life, for those brief moments, was heartwarming.
Many people don't know that when Abe Lincoln was ten years old he was kicked in the head by a plowing mule. He was unconscious for three days. When he recovered he was left with a slight paralysis of the left side of his face. In some pictures you can see the left down turn lip and weak left eye. I always think of this as his face was even more kind and compassionate with the marks left from this incident. He went on to have migraine headaches for the rest of his life. He truly was a great man.
The profound sadness that Abraham Lincoln endured throughout his life is heartbreaking . Yet he was able to lead the United States of America out of the darkest time in our history. Definitely the greatest President in our history.
Ahhh -- my favorite president and one of my favorite people in all history! You've done a great job recreating the black hair and those amazing gray eyes. And that smile! It's wonderful. It really softens the 'harsh features' that everyone remarked upon as frustrating all attempts to paint him. But I think he was one of those people who looked better in photographs than he would have in a painting. I'm glad photography had been invented by the time he came along. Oh, how I wish we could have him back here on earth today! Sometimes I think he is the only one who could solve all the problems we are now facing. ❤🗽❣
Out of me unworthy and unknown The vibrations of deathless music; “With malice toward none, with charity for all.” Out of me the forgiveness of millions toward millions, And the beneficent face of a nation Shining with justice and truth. *I am Ann Rutledge who sleep beneath these weeds, Beloved in life of Abraham Lincoln, Wedded to him, not through union, But through separation* . Bloom forever, O Republic, From the dust of my bosom! "Ann Rutledge," by Edgar Lee Masters (Spoon River Anthology) 🌹♥❣♥💐
I really love that people just did not accept his pictures or portraits. Most of the contemporary quotes I read stated over and over again that he was so lively in person and that a still picture would never do. The only thing I really wish is that I could hear his legendary voice!
@@RoyaltyNowStudios I really do think that the photos give the best likenesses. I like the photo at 18:47 where he's leaning his head onto his hand; that one seems pretty realistic to me, but that's just my gut feeling. There is a photograph of him -- it may have been by Alexander Gardner -- which captures him right on the verge of a smile. Somehow an inkling of it came through even though he would have been sitting there with his features frozen still, which was of course the thing that prevented people from smiling in their photos back then. I think that one really gives a good "feel" for his kindly personality; it gives that elusive animation to his features. Have you seen the movie "Lincoln"? Daniel Day Lewis was fantastic as our man, and won an Oscar for the role. I'm not sure how realistic his version of Lincoln's voice is, but you might want to watch that again to see what you think.
I am from Bolivia 🇧🇴, and his actions have always impressed me. To me he is the best President. Thank you for the details, I watched this because every night I tell my son a story and wanted to tell him about this great man. Thank you 😊
Damn. I knew he lost his mom, his sister, and his sons but I didn’t know he lost the first woman he fell in love with either. Lincoln really did have such a difficult life. 😞
Watching First US President George Washington and 16th President Abraham Lincoln brought to Life in Motion and Color with History made me to tears… their Love to America.
What an amazing man, in ways we have never spoken of. The content of this man, not just his presidency, nor his assasination should be the only subjects discussed, but HIM! May we all strive to move forward when facing adversity, and to remember kindness. Thank you for this video!
Lincoln had a powerful way with words. I have been to Gettysburg and I could feel the emotions and hear the ringing to the fighting. I stood with my friends near the sight of the Gettysburg Address and felt the mixed emotions from Lincoln’s supporters and those who despised him as they listened to him that hot day.
One of my favorite heroes of history...his smile...truly beautiful! Like so many others, this brought tears to my eyes for some reason, seeing him in motion...and the modernized version as well...a truly beautiful person inside and out! I know many have picked on the strangeness of his appearance, but I have always loved his distinctive features, and found him quite handsome. Unconventionally handsome, I suppose you could say, but that, to me, makes his beauty all the more powerful. There is nobody who looks like him or has his physical essence. Thank you for recreating my favorite president! A true man and hero for so many! ❤💙❤💙
I think both names are correct. Sally / Sallie is a common variant or nickname for Sarah / Sara. It is extremely common in my family. They all mean "princess", and interestingly stem from the biblical story about Abraham (his wife was Sarah).
I was surprised at the tears that sprung from my eyes at the recreated image of this great man. We are sorely in need of such honesty and character in office today.
I didn’t expect to be so moved by a video about Abraham Lincoln but I really was. The story about his stepmother was amazing and I felt the loss of his beloved sister Sarah Lincoln and Ann Rutledge who was probably the love of his life. But seeing Lincoln in color and smiling was the icing on the cake. We tend to think of so many historical figures as boring figures in an old and dusty history book when in fact they are anything but. They laughed and loved and cried just like the rest of us and this video truly brought that home. Thank you so much for this wonderful video about one of my favorite Presidents.
Totally agreed with the OP.
Great appreciation for all those step moms that step up to the plate and become the mom a young boy/girl needs
@@deboraballes9044 Yes, indeed!! Stepdads, too. Brad Paisley wrote a song about stepfathers years ago called “He Didn’t Have To Be”. It was written about a friend’s good experience with his stepdad.
@@cak8132 😉👍
Yes. This was very moving. I wish our history (good and bad) would be taught and received presented this way. Just stellar. And I feel so very proud that we were blessed as a nation to call this man President.
They never taught us his life in our school. I actually cried to know how sad his life was. Thank you for telling his story.
I'd been to his grave a few times and learned of it from books about him as well.
Lots of our early founders had similar losses early in life. Think on it a bit and realize how blessed we are, and how lazy about our own lives and divine purposes.
He was a tyrant who butchered half the nation.
His eyes ! Spoke volumes
"I will say then that I am not, nor ever have been, in favor of bringing about in any way the social and political equality of the white and black races, that I am not nor ever have been in favor of making voters or jurors of negroes, nor of qualifying them to hold office, nor to intermarry with white people; and I will say in addition to this that there is a physical difference between the white and black races which I believe will forever forbid the two races living together on terms of social and political equality. And inasmuch as they cannot so live, while they do remain together there must be the position of superior and inferior, and I as much as any other man am in favor of having the superior position assigned to the white race."--Abraham Lincoln, 1858
From Thomas J Dilorenzo's "Are There Limits to Lincoln Idolatry?"
"More importantly, his lifelong actions prove that this was indeed his true belief. He voted against black suffrage in Illinois; opposed allowing blacks to testify in court in Illinois; voted against abolishing the slave trade in Washington, D.C. during his one term in Congress; supported the Illinois "Black Codes" that deprived the small number of free blacks who resided in the state of any semblance of citizenship; supported the "Corwin Amendment" to the Constitution that would have formally enshrined slavery in the U.S. Constitution; and spent his entire adult life advocating "colonization" or the deportation of black people from the U.S. He was one of the "managers" of the Illinois Colonization Society which sought to use state tax dollars to deport free blacks out of the state."
"The prejudice of the race appears to be stronger in the States
that have abolished slavery, than in those where it still exist;
and nowhere is it so intolerant as in those States where
servitude has never been known."--Alexis De Tocqueville
Such an emotional reveal of this man, his grief throughout his life, yet his rise to help human kind, reaching out to save. Incredible.
Yes, you’ve nailed it. His life speaks volumes with real feelings and heroism.
@@ZezimaMills lol
Please watch 13th. Thank you.
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Please explain “13th”, thanks.
You mean the Documentary on the 13th Amendment. Right?
@@ZezimaMills Yes. Thank you!.
"If slavery is not evil, then nothing is". Wow. Those are powerful words.
If the treatment of Native Americans is not evil, then nothing is. And this evil still continues to this day. NALM
@@StonedMickeylol
@@StonedMickey I often hear this claim made but I never hear any followup. This is a non-threatening sincere question. What is the nature of this negative treatment of Native Americans in modern times?
Abe's dedication to emancipation showed us his deep compassion for humanity. Despite the tragedy of losing 3 of his 4 children, he carried on. ❤
It's hard to imagine Lincoln as a real man, living in his times. Nervous, uncertain, not knowing how things would be resolved. He has become the most fundamental icon in American history. It's hard to imagine him as a simple man.
Lincoln was a beautiful human being man with the world of the warrior of wars and Lincoln was a greatest father of the world and very strong man with all of the lost life's up being and then Lincoln's his own father losing his own father sons to sadly but Lincoln Kept together and swipe.All I had to fight wars and those hard times back in the days of early times I'd better person God bless you all 😊❤
Doing the right thing, regardless of the cost. From the hearts of all Americans of color, thank you Mr. President.
An absolute inspiration to us all.
@@RoyaltyNowStudios you know he was inspired by Karl Marx.
@@bobson290 and he was a republican…
@@patrickparmer1648 I wonder what it meant to be republican back than, because what it means to be a democrats has changed for sure too.
@@bobson290 I wouldn’t consider him inspired by Marx as little evidence supports that. I do know they spoke on friendly terms though
I grew up and still live in the shadow of Lincoln and he was my first true hero. He frequently came to Edwardsville to practice law and in dusty court archives his filings are still found. I frequently worked in our marble courthouse and felt the footsteps of Lincoln in the hallways. I lived in an apartment that was the old Wabash Hotel where Lincoln frequently stayed when conducting legal proceedings. Trips to New Salem and Springfield as a child and later as an adult deepened my respect and admiration. A beautifully done tribute to the man and seeing him smile was a truly wonderful moment. I didn’t expect to be so moved by color photographs and animation. We need Lincoln again in these turbulent times.
What an amazing story you have, KatieRose............living and working in places where Abe Lincoln had lived and worked......Thank you for sharing your story.....I was born on February 12t, 1946 and named Lynn for him....so I've always felt close to him but never visit anyplace where he had lived.....I'm inspired to go there when I can..
@@lilithrogers5204 wonderful that you share a birthday with him. I also worked in Alton, IL 15 feet from the site of the Lincoln-Douglas debate by the Mississippi River and just a few blocks from Elijah Lovejoy’s print shop that was destroyed for printing anti-slavery materials. His printing press was thrown into the Mississippi mere feet from where the debates were later held, and Elijah Lovejoy was murdered. If you ever make it to Springfield there is so much to see. The Lincoln Presidential Museum is a very moving experience as is a tour of his home and of his tomb. What a remarkable man that could influence millions of people and have his wisdom still felt today and for generations to come.
You are so correct; we need Abraham Lincoln today.
I wonder if you have visited New Salem, IL?
His time there seems quite grounding for the great man he later became.
He was an incredibly hard worker and had such a quick, intelligent mind. He used humor to make connections with people. And, it is wonderful to see the tiny buildings that he would have towered in while he worked there with them and lived as their friend and neighbor.
If Lincoln were here today he would be smeared, maligned, denigrated, and demeaned simply because he would go straight to the point of each issue and expose the evil. And he could see through the fakes. That may be needed nowadays, but the people he would expose would be angry to the point of lynching him. But Lincoln would have a difficult time even getting the attention of the news media. He is not hyberbolic and flamboyant enough to grab the attention of news producers. Nevertheless, of all of the people in history I would like to visit with, Lincoln tops the list. I think he could change me at the core with just a few minutes.
Lincoln has always been, and will always be, my favorite POTUS. It's beyond stupidity for anyone to object to Lincoln's likeness or name being used on anything in this country, and yet here we are. Thanks for bringing him to life, even for a moment. Very moving.
He is by far my most admired and favorite of mine as well. The real deal!
Agreed!
He didn’t consider blacks as human, so fuck what history wrote about him.
Yeah I used to like him too until I found out that he was influenced by Karl Marx.
@@bobson290 Marx’s contribution to Sociology was essentially his analysis of the dynamics of capital, in which labor is always contracted for less than its true value, or else employees would never be hired in the first place. The solution to this foundational problem has never been genuinely solved, but the description of the nature of the problem is foundational for looking at the relationship between humans and capital.
Being British I learned so much from this video. Beautifully narrated, such an incredible life from his adverse childhood to morally good man
It's all make believe. Lincoln was a bloody tyrant.
"I will say then that I am not, nor ever have been, in favor of bringing about in any way the social and political equality of the white and black races, that I am not nor ever have been in favor of making voters or jurors of negroes, nor of qualifying them to hold office, nor to intermarry with white people; and I will say in addition to this that there is a physical difference between the white and black races which I believe will forever forbid the two races living together on terms of social and political equality. And inasmuch as they cannot so live, while they do remain together there must be the position of superior and inferior, and I as much as any other man am in favor of having the superior position assigned to the white race."--Abraham Lincoln, 1858
From Thomas J Dilorenzo's "Are There Limits to Lincoln Idolatry?"
"More importantly, his lifelong actions prove that this was indeed his true belief. He voted against black suffrage in Illinois; opposed allowing blacks to testify in court in Illinois; voted against abolishing the slave trade in Washington, D.C. during his one term in Congress; supported the Illinois "Black Codes" that deprived the small number of free blacks who resided in the state of any semblance of citizenship; supported the "Corwin Amendment" to the Constitution that would have formally enshrined slavery in the U.S. Constitution; and spent his entire adult life advocating "colonization" or the deportation of black people from the U.S. He was one of the "managers" of the Illinois Colonization Society which sought to use state tax dollars to deport free blacks out of the state."
"The prejudice of the race appears to be stronger in the States
that have abolished slavery, than in those where it still exist;
and nowhere is it so intolerant as in those States where
servitude has never been known."--Alexis De Tocqueville
Hearing about his mom an sister touched my heart, and his step mom is the best.
I admire Abraham Lincoln for the challenges he was able
to overcome. His courage, intelligence and integrity cannot
be overlooked. We need more leaders like him in today’s
world. 👍🇨🇦👍
sorry. fresh out
Most people today would probably mock him, with his high-pitched voice and gangly build.
And most of all, they'd mock his values of freedom for all, and his intolerance for the rich elite.
@vlook4413 LOL
Large swaths of Americans don't have a clue of the sacrifices made in the past.
My eyes swelled with tears at the end. What a touching tribute to his history & recreation of his face, both young & aged. Beautifully done.
Mine were filled throughout the video.
Greatest man who ever lived, that’s what Lincoln was.
Maybe the world and time he lived in pushed that on him. Damn though, I’d love to be 1/10 the man he was.
What a beautiful tribute to one of the GREATEST men to have ever lived. Thank you.
Even being a white/'latino' Brazilian man, 67 years old, since I was a child Mr. Lincoln has been my reference of what my character should try to become...
As a woman, I have the same ❤
Thank you so much for highlighting Lincoln. The thought of him running up to his step mother and her loving him made me tear up. Sweet little boy, great man.
I know! That part nearly makes me cry. He was hurt from such a young age.
Goodness gracious.... you are easily persuaded
The departure of the Lincoln children's father seemed so cruel and harsh. Yeah, it probably was, but his return with the gift of their stepmother seems to have made up for that. Putting myself in Abraham's shoes, I admit I teared up myself.
Please watch 13th. Thank you.
@@rexsilicignus8370 Easily persuaded by historical facts? Goodness gracious.... how pathetic are you.
Your recreation of Lincoln helps to see him for the real human being he was instead of just a picture of a worn and sad man. It really brought him to life, even if it was just
for a moment. Thank you for that. He truly was one of the great men of our history, and we should remember him much more often especially today.
Lincoln would have flipped if he ever saw the BLM riots of 2020
Lincoln ordered the execution of more than 7,000 POWS in Fort Douglas. Because he couldn't afford to feed them.
Many of the POWS were private citizens! Accused of a crime by the Union Army Military Rule. After Abraham Lincoln SUSPENDED the Constitution. The Citizens therefore were denied "Due PROCESS of LAW." 4th Amendment RIGHTS. No attorney! No judge! No jury. Still they were executed.
Thank you for including a smile as part of your re-creation. In spite of all his incredible sadness, I have to believe a "gentle, funny man" would have smiled....and even laughed....when interacting so often with people. Your videos are amazing :)
I agree completely! although his life was so hard, I do think he always found a way to laugh.
Thank you so very much for showing us what President Lincoln looked like when he smiled for us.
Remember this image when you think of him, for I believe President Abraham Lincoln
is smiling just like this, right this moment, in Heaven with Jesus for all eternity.
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John 3:16
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
I recall reading that his face could become quite animated whenever he told a story or expressed an emotion, as it was made of rubber or silly putty.
No one smiled for photos during that time. You had to stay still for minutes to get your picture taken. Try holding a smile for two minutes.
I'm Canadian and this video was so unbelieveably moving.....Lincoln found his Purpose...He discovered what ignited his Passion and kept the Fire of his life burning right to the end....Thank you so much for posting..
Wow, what a role model..nothing but respect, tragedy after tragedy and he never quit, that's one of many quality that makes a man a man, strength to take pain head on and never quit
This actually made me cry because it made me think of what could have happened if Lincoln had lived.
Please watch 13th. Thank you.
I know what you mean. I've lived a fairly long life, and I've heard this story more times than I can count. Every single time I hear it, though, I think: "if only."
yes....................if only................... if only this country did not have the plague of the democratic party.
Yes. The Vice President that seceded him was a POS.
@@maxwellcrazycat9204 a dem.
Tears to my eyes for the life of such a determined and great man. His face has always held such a sweet kindness to it. And the smile in this recreation , brought tears to my eyes but put a smile on my face at the same time. I love Abraham . Where would we be without him? There are no scars in heaven, Abraham, we will meet someday. RIP!
Please watch 13th. Thank you.
Thank you Twyla H. That was beautifully said. ❤🙏🏻
I also cried when I saw the recreations after hearing about his life. God Bless this man who had such a difficult life and yet still persevered enough to win hearts and minds and abolish slavery before his life was taken.
Thank you for this. It's very interesting but sad to hear he lost so many loved ones. I'm British and didn't know this side of his history. What an incredible character and tragic death. Great recreation.
Lincoln is the only presidential surname of Latin derivation, from Roman-occupied Britain, Lindum Colonia, Lake Colony.
@@ramonaearnest4709 Oh, Big WOW!!! AMAZING.......
Please watch 13th. Thank you.
It is sad, but there is no doubt that those losses prepared him for the task of saving our Union.
I found myself so deeply moved by Abraham Lincoln's life and the things he endured. He suffered so much, and yet it never made him hard or cruel like his father. Instead he became a kind, strong, patient man of great conviction. His ability to change the direction of an entire country is incredible! Who would have thought that the tough little farmers son would one day be so pivotal to American history. He was an incredible man and I would so much have loved to hear him speak. It's a shame that voice recording was such a long way in the future. In Abraham's case, the eyes really are the windows to the soul, you can see the depth of his sorrow, and the kind, compassionate heart that set the slaves free. I wish I could just sit and listen to him for hours and hours.
And yet, when you look at his life story you still wonder "how can a person survive to so many tragedies".
Thomas Lincoln had a hard life. When he was still a young bioy he watched his father being shot down by Indians. I I think he had older brothers who took the property. In Kentucky the irregular surveys and poor laws caused him to be cheated of land he had begun purchasing. While in Indiana, he made trips back to Kentucky seeking to remove this property. If he took all Abraham’s earning it was to pay lawyer’s fees. But he never succeeded.
Americans in those days really came to understand that they must fight to keep our Rights and Responsibilities of being an American Citizen. Where all men are created equal. And no man is above the law.
Strong willed and unstoppable with a gentle compassionate heart, Lincoln taught his countrymen, and far beyond into all these following generations, what freedom truly means.
Too many have become apathetic to these in this era of "win at all costs." Losing a great deal of their morality to feed their personal greed. Exploiting capitalism without compassion.
Lincoln knew that money cannot buy happiness. Honoring and respecting each other, keeping our house whole by working as one nation, that's where America can thrive. But we must choose it.
We'll see if our Great Experiment will continue this November. Or will we give it up to a dictator wannabe financed into power by the self entitled rich? I'm praying the good and rational in us will triumph over the greed for money and power.
We have a lot to lose if we don't remember where we came from and to what we must pledge Allegiance to. The Constitution that protects us we must now protect by our civic duty to vote wisely.
Absolutely incredible how some humans can have such an impact on history.
Ive studied and admired this great man since I was a boy. You really brought out the emotional quality of both the man and how the life he went through shaped him for greatness. The reason I call him a ' great ' man is for the qualities he had we all admire - intellect , wit , empathy , his communication skills , spirituality and devotion , and using his failures as well as his strengths , as guides for uplifting and unifying people through difficult and divisive times
I wish we had more time to really quantify how funny and witty he was! I've read so many stories now about his famous humor!
He’s one of my role models too. I totally agree and his self education and leniency to the Confederacy is also very admirable.
Responding to a political opponent who accused Lincoln of being two faced he is reported to have said "If I had two faces do you think I'd be wearing this one?"
He was so witty 😂😂
When Lincoln smiled, I found myself smiling back at him. Loved this historical account. Thank you
As soon as the vid ended i rushed to the comments to find out if I was the only one crying like a baby. I have no words eloquent enough to describe these emotions and my thoughts of this wonderful man and how wonderfully you brought him to life. Thank you so very much.
This was such an amazing documentary. I'm wiping away tears in both joy and grief, joy from all of the freedom and liberation that so many Americans earned through the Proclamation, but grief for Lincoln and his children, wife, and his own life taken away by a heartless man. Thank you for enlightening us about him. I pray he's in Heaven with the Lord where pains are no more, and with freed people of all ethnicity and origins.
I wish we had a Lincoln for our troubled times.
Abraham Lincoln was a human being with high moral standards. His contributions to our Republic are an example of recognizing the value and moral worth of ALL human beings... He was a fair and just man... He was a true hero...and there is no doubt that he loved his...our country...
God bless President Abraham Lincoln...❤️
Thank you for giving us your beautiful, heartwarming portrait, of this most honorable man...
Thank you for watching ❤️
@@RoyaltyNowStudios
Post script...I was born on February 12, Abraham Lincoln’s birthday...🎂❤️
No he wasn’t. He didn’t consider blacks to be worthy of rights. Or even as humans
@@kellysturgeon6727 Times have changed... People from India were also treated with disdain...and called the same name(s) as the Africans...
@@kellysturgeon6727 And he was shot dead by a Demonic🐀RAT because Lincoln and the Republicans in this Nation took the Slaves out of Slavery.......YOU ARE A DISCRACE
Color and movement bring Lincoln to life. With old B&W images, we tend to not to relate people back then to real life.
You have done that here.
Very well done!
Thank you!
Thank you so much. I was worried people wouldn’t enjoy this one as much, since there are photographs of him and we know what he looked like. But I’m very happy everyone seems to be enjoying the color and motion!
@@RoyaltyNowStudios what moved me the most deeply was seeing him smile. He always looked so somber and I knew his depression was at times profound. The thought of him smiling brings me joy.
I relate to back then better , and the people! Our society is so lost! Are values and norms are disappearing, that are good!
@@RoyaltyNowStudios
Only odd thing was how come you shifted where his chest was facing in the modern recreation? He looks like he has the capability of an owl with his neck being turned so far because of it haha. The bow tie in the old black and white image showed where the front of his neck and chest was, but you put the modern tie and outfit facing much more to the left.
I always thought his eyes looked ao aad
Seeing Lincoln more modern was so cool. His smile..... beautiful 🥰🥰
A soul heavily laden with such deep and profound sorrow deserves to experience such overwhelming joy in the life hereafter.
My hope is that the Eternal Father will allow Abraham Lincoln to be with his beloved family he lost at such a young age and his two sons and wife. What a deeply sorrowful story of a man who gave so much to his country and fought so vigorously to preserve the union of a blossoming young America. He was one the greatest of all the presidents.
I love that his picture came to life. What a great face Lincoln had. What a great human he was. What a blessing.
Please watch 13th. Thank you.
@@rhizomove6631Nah, I really didn't like movie Friday 13th very much but all the same, what does that horror film have to do with this particular video?
@@shadelings the 13th is about the horrible treatment of black men in America.
As always, you've stolen my breath...this time because he looks like a neighbor of mine! I love that you somehow captured kindness in his eyes, and for a moment it seemed as though he'd open his mouth and say hi over FaceTime. Amazing
Thank you so much!
He actually had a nice smile this recreation captured. Not many people's idea of attractive but he was striking. His humble spirit really showed in the eyes.
Contemporary accounts of him say he was a rather attractive young man. He was very tall and lanky, but attractive nonetheless.
I’ve always thought he probably was a handsome man 😉🤣
The greatness of Napoleon, Caesar or Washington is only moonlight by the sun of Lincoln. His example is universal and will last thousands of years. He was bigger than his country, bigger than all the Presidents together; and as a great character he will live as long as the world lives.
I agree! I believe the greatest men in history are not the conquerors, the emperors or the rulers of civilizations…I believe that truly great men were men of peace; Dr. Martin Luther king Jr, Nelson Mandela, William Wilberforce and of course, Abraham Lincoln are for me, histories greatest men but the greatest of them all is Jesus Christ!
When I first read the Gettysburg Address, I was about ten years old. I was so moved by the simple and momentous speech, that I decided to memorize it. It has been many decades since then, but I still carry it with me, in my heart and mind. Thank you for this wonderful tribute of a great man who achieved his life’s purpose.
It's a collection of poetic lies and propaganda. One of the most ridiculous speeches in American history. Look up what contemporary British people said about it.
@@fredcdobbs.goldmine 🤡🤡🤡🤡
@@fredcdobbs.goldminewhat was lied about in that speech, and what the hell do we care about what "contemporary british people" said about it?😂😂😂
I memorized it when I was 12. Lincoln is still a hero to me.
I'm tired of them misquoting Lincoln, and thank you for setting the record straight.
Please watch 13th. Thank you.
He was a very handsome man bless his heart ❤️ he had a lot of heart break in his life .
This video should be shown in every grade/public school in America! Esp during February. Thank you for producing this video, reminding us what this remarkable man achieved during his lifetime. Lest we forget! Congrats Becca and thank you.
Absolutely
@@melissastruxness512 i just dont acknowledge THEM, really its just a small , confused few that have a hard time relating to the bigger picture, that are brought to life by the pathetic modern main stream media that lives to divide people.
Yes! Replace CRT! Thank you. He was a beautiful human being!
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I'm originally from Springfield, Illinois where Lincoln lived much of his adult life. When I was growing up I was always fascinated with learning about Lincoln and his family. I would imagine my interest in him stemmed from the fact that he had once lived in my hometown many years before my time. I absolutely love this video because it's a very accurate depiction of Lincoln's life and the photos at the end were simply amazing.
I was very emotional by this life story of Abraham Lincoln. What a mighty man of God he was. A champion for the people. Thank you 🙏
Thanks so much for this, it's a reminder of how fortunate we were to have him as our 16th President. An excellent and engaging review of why he is still revered by Americans to this day. His empathy drew on painful personal tragedies. Instead of letting that destroy him, he chose to find a path forward. "Honest Abe" remains the one US President that feels truly relatable to me.
"The Enemy does not attack you according to your History (Past), he attacks you according to your Destiny". - Lisa Bevere ---- No wonder Pres. Lincoln went through so much. He was destined for a great purpose. Enemy will always find a way to break, destroy, discourage anyone from achieving the Purpose that God Almighty has set for them. - Thank God for Pres. Lincoln. May he rest in Peace. One of the best if not the BEST and most humble Potus this country has ever had.
Please watch 13th. Thank you.
I honestly didn't know how sad his life was. He was such a strong person.
Wow, this is one of the best representations of Lincoln, covering the wholeness of the struggles within him, as well as the triumphs of him with his life. He is a true hero, not just because of his greatness, but because of his raw humanity… He exemplified class, character, integrity, and vulnerability, and reminds us of what a true hero looks like! Thank you for the end I actually found myself in tears, seeing him seemingly look back at me and smile. And seeing him in a modern tone, just made him even more real. Thank you.
I only found this channel today and I'm absolutely hooked. You guys are criminally underrated and deserve way more views/subs for the amount of research, effort and love you put into your videos. I fancy myself a history nut and I'm blown away by the little bits of information here and there that are actually new to me, it's really fun to experience. The re-creations are always very moving/emotional, even for the subjects who have existing photographs. Can't wait to watch more/see future videos ☺
You are so kind, thank you so much! Many more to come ❤️❤️
I've always thought that Abraham Lincoln was the most handsome president we've ever had. And I always knew he was one of, if not, the most honorable and respectable. This video just goes to prove it. Thank you for this! 😍🥰🤗
Theres no one else that looks like him. He may not be stereotypically attractive but he is so striking looking. You can see his presence in his face. I would have loved to see him in person, watch his expressions as he spoke.
@@childofcascadia I absolutely agree! I would have loved to be able to watch his eyes when he woke. Or, just as well, when he wasn't speaking. Not to mention, I can only imagine, his mannerisms were probably quite debonair for the time.
I guess I'm not a stereotypical person, so it would figure I would find him strikingly handsome.
@@childofcascadia For me it's the depth in his eyes. Eternity is in his eyes and it's beautiful. I agree with you. He was striking.
What a touching tribute. We don't have to have a happy life to live a life worth living.
The colouring and smiling animation were moving rather than gimmicky.
Well done and thank you.
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Well said! 🥹
I watched this last night but didn’t have time for a comment, back this morning to tell you this:
I’m an Australian woman who absolutely adores Abraham Lincoln, there are to many words to describe him (especially for a man born in his time) so I will leave it with just one word fascinating.
Your video was so informative and the best one I have seen on him yet, and the ending just brilliant.
Thank you so much this was BRILLIANT ⭐️ 👍 ❤️Jodie 🇦🇺
Please watch 13th. Thank you.
My 3rd great grandfather was in the U.S. Colored Infantry fighting for the Union in the Civil War. Hearing history stories about leaders like this & seeing how it has aligned with my own family history is amazing. What an amazing story!
A true American hero. I am so proud of him. Thank you for this presentation.
He will live forever in every American heart🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
This documentary of Lincoln left me so moved. I had tears in my eyes. Lincoln was one of the greatest men to have ever lived..
"I will say then that I am not, nor ever have been, in favor of bringing about in any way the social and political equality of the white and black races, that I am not nor ever have been in favor of making voters or jurors of negroes, nor of qualifying them to hold office, nor to intermarry with white people; and I will say in addition to this that there is a physical difference between the white and black races which I believe will forever forbid the two races living together on terms of social and political equality. And inasmuch as they cannot so live, while they do remain together there must be the position of superior and inferior, and I as much as any other man am in favor of having the superior position assigned to the white race."--Abraham Lincoln, 1858
From Thomas J Dilorenzo's "Are There Limits to Lincoln Idolatry?"
"More importantly, his lifelong actions prove that this was indeed his true belief. He voted against black suffrage in Illinois; opposed allowing blacks to testify in court in Illinois; voted against abolishing the slave trade in Washington, D.C. during his one term in Congress; supported the Illinois "Black Codes" that deprived the small number of free blacks who resided in the state of any semblance of citizenship; supported the "Corwin Amendment" to the Constitution that would have formally enshrined slavery in the U.S. Constitution; and spent his entire adult life advocating "colonization" or the deportation of black people from the U.S. He was one of the "managers" of the Illinois Colonization Society which sought to use state tax dollars to deport free blacks out of the state."
"The prejudice of the race appears to be stronger in the States
that have abolished slavery, than in those where it still exist;
and nowhere is it so intolerant as in those States where
servitude has never been known."--Alexis De Tocqueville
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The pictures of Lincoln brought me next to him, made me feel I was standing right with him. The narration almost made me cry. He made me remember why Lincoln was my hero when I was in college and after. What a great man he was and what a great tribute this is. Thank you.
Please watch 13th. Thank you.
It takes my breath away. The storytelling was so well done... inspirational and heart-tugging. The Ken Burns-inspired image-panning and 3-D layer effects were very effective and added to the narration almost as much as the music. It was captivating. (Another home-run for Royalty Now Studios!)
Ken Burns is a shining inspiration to me, and the fact that you have even brought his name up in any relation to this channel is such an honor. Thank you!
Ken Burns, supports the Confederate army, in Civil War history! And he remains a Democratic to this day!
Allen, I totally agree. This is my first video from this team. The anticipation of seeing the recreation and animated Lincoln had me feeling like I was about to trod on hallowed and sacred ground. After the viewing I was moved by its simplicity and respect for this man amongst humanity. God bless them for this labor of love.
I was really touched by the video and the story as well. Thank you so much for taking the time to create and share my favorite President’s life.
I didn't know that Lincoln had such a hard life. He lived in a time that many of us could never imagine yet he became a beacon of hope for so many people. Thank you for this video.
So moving.. brought tears to my eyes to see our dear President Lincoln with a gentle look and slight smile. I could feel his beautiful heart….
Lincoln was truly a great man. I hate that people today try to tear him down.
I'm thinking they hate Lincolns reliance on divine providence and our founding Declaration as his guide Star. His faith and learning to read from the Bible as he grew up are likely the most detestable elements that his detractors feel a need to squash and smear him over. LINCOLNS IDEALS versus Their ideas of debauched liberties without a God to be placed under is what really angers them.
Who does? Everyone I know regardless of political view respects him. Sure, people recognize he wasnt perfect because he was a man and not super human, but he is still *the* most respected figure in US history I know of. He was a good man who is on the right side of history and deserves to be remembered as such.
Wow, that was such an enlightening and moving video about the wonderful Abraham Lincoln......Thank You. I was born on February 12, 1946 and --even though it was in Texas during segregated times, my parents named me for him and I proudly bear it to this day......our country has so much to be grateful for for this brave man.....
@@rhizomove6631 What does the horror flick Friday the 13th have to do with this?? Honestly.
What a great man..we need more men like him..this a great reason why a mothers role is so important as well as the family..it takes a great mom and dad with God to raise such
Very enjoyable and certainly informative. While I’m a Canadian, my mother is descended from William Hooper, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. We have Americans who have married into our family and I see Americans as my cousins. Love thy neighbour and I really do. Lincoln was a true humanitarian. A hundred years ahead of his time. We could use 100,Lincoln’s now in these very troubled times. Thank you for this video.
Thank you for the video. I didn’t expect to be as moved as I was when I saw Lincoln alive in color. Thank you.
Thank you! I was hoping people would still enjoy seeing re-creations even though we have photos of him. I think the motion adds a lot!
Me too!
Oh, my goodness. Same for me. Very emotional.
@@RoyaltyNowStudios the recreation of Lincoln reminds me of the recreation & animation made of the woman who was the first person in our family born in the US, & which was shown to us at our 100th annual family reunion this year, 2022. Has anyone ever made a recreation of Abraham Lincoln giving his Gettysburg Address? Such a production would be very interesting & moving.
Born, raised and lived in Illinois for over 50 years. The last 30 in Bloomington where Lincoln practiced law with David Davis. Davis was key in getting Lincoln voted as the Republican candidate and when elected, Lincoln appointed Davis to the Supreme Court. Fascinating to see the realistic images and animations of him. Especially of him smiling. I have never seen a photo or portrait of him smiling.
Thank you so much for this video. I dearly love President Lincoln, and I loved hearing so much more about him. This video brought me to tears and made my whole month of February. Happy Birthday, Mr. President. I hope we can visit when I get to the other side.
We can't know if Lincoln's smile was as wonderful as you've created. I hope that it was. Beautifully done!
Bravo.. That was excellent. Teachers taught this when I was in elementary school... Look what they are teaching them now
Breathtaking I was hypnotized when colour came to his face I found myself smiling feeling really emotional then he smiled made me jump 😀 if only he was here today. Love you Abe! Xxx🌻🦋🐝💞
This was one of the most fascinating videos you guys have done. I love the collaboration. So well done and captivating. Thank you!
Thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, as well as the narration. We really loved working on this one :)
Becca thank you for such a beautiful representation of President Lincoln. He was such an incredible honorable man. He is by far one of my favorite presidents. You did both the recreation & modern recreation with so much care & respect. Thank you 🙏
Please watch 13th. Thank you.
This made me cry so hard.
I never knew this.
He and his sister were left alone for 6 months.
And despite his cruel childhood he abolished something so cruel and inhumane as slavery.
If all of this is true: May God bless this soul. ❤🙏🏻
My favorite historical figure. A truly great man!
Oh my stars!!! Abraham Lincoln just smiled at me.
I learned more in this short historic account than in all the schooling I had endured. Thank you, thank you…beautifully done!
My most Favorite President ever! You did a Special and an Incredible Tribute to him truly Inspirational! What a Man what a Story! Thanks for bringing him back to Life and sharing this Amazing Unique Man our 16th President the Man who delivered Freedom and Liberty that had to come! He does belong to the ages! Brava! 👏🏻😍♥️
Thank you so much! We are so glad you enjoyed it. I loved learning about him so much.
Such an extraordinary man. To me, he's one of the Founding Fathers of our country. Not only by cleaving our nation back together after the Civil War, but by ending slavery. This act was a re-birth of our nation in a way. It brought us So much closer to the core ideas in our Constitution and other founding documents. It was a great leap forward in creating a More Perfect Union, a path we are still on today, even in difficult times. Thank you for this moving portrayal.
Thank you for the remarkable narrative and artistry of a remarkable man. Describing to us his tragic filled life and bringing him to life, for those brief moments, was heartwarming.
Wonderful. Thank you.
Wonderful work to both of you. Seeing Lincoln smile broke my heart.
Me too! X
Except he didn't smile like that lol.
@@archangel_one no shit, that's what made it so special.
@@pattythomson721 They have pictures of him smiling, they could have used it as a template.
They could have. Maybe they did.
Many people don't know that when Abe Lincoln was ten years old he was kicked in the head by a plowing mule. He was unconscious for three days. When he recovered he was left with a slight paralysis of the left side of his face. In some pictures you can see the left down turn lip and weak left eye. I always think of this as his face was even more kind and compassionate with the marks left from this incident. He went on to have migraine headaches for the rest of his life. He truly was a great man.
You are right! To see Abraham Lincoln smile takes your breath away!!!!
The profound sadness that Abraham Lincoln endured throughout his life is heartbreaking . Yet he was able to lead the United States of America out of the darkest time in our history. Definitely the greatest President in our history.
“…a painter from another generation is needed.” WELL WE HAVE AN ANSWER TO THAT NOW 🔥
Haha that’s so kind ❤️
the whole account was very moving…i was moved to tears several times, what a man‼️
Ahhh -- my favorite president and one of my favorite people in all history! You've done a great job recreating the black hair and those amazing gray eyes. And that smile! It's wonderful. It really softens the 'harsh features' that everyone remarked upon as frustrating all attempts to paint him. But I think he was one of those people who looked better in photographs than he would have in a painting. I'm glad photography had been invented by the time he came along. Oh, how I wish we could have him back here on earth today! Sometimes I think he is the only one who could solve all the problems we are now facing. ❤🗽❣
Out of me unworthy and unknown
The vibrations of deathless music;
“With malice toward none, with charity for all.”
Out of me the forgiveness of millions toward millions,
And the beneficent face of a nation
Shining with justice and truth.
*I am Ann Rutledge who sleep beneath these weeds,
Beloved in life of Abraham Lincoln,
Wedded to him, not through union,
But through separation* .
Bloom forever, O Republic,
From the dust of my bosom!
"Ann Rutledge," by Edgar Lee Masters (Spoon River Anthology) 🌹♥❣♥💐
I really love that people just did not accept his pictures or portraits. Most of the contemporary quotes I read stated over and over again that he was so lively in person and that a still picture would never do. The only thing I really wish is that I could hear his legendary voice!
@@RoyaltyNowStudios I really do think that the photos give the best likenesses. I like the photo at 18:47 where he's leaning his head onto his hand; that one seems pretty realistic to me, but that's just my gut feeling. There is a photograph of him -- it may have been by Alexander Gardner -- which captures him right on the verge of a smile. Somehow an inkling of it came through even though he would have been sitting there with his features frozen still, which was of course the thing that prevented people from smiling in their photos back then. I think that one really gives a good "feel" for his kindly personality; it gives that elusive animation to his features. Have you seen the movie "Lincoln"? Daniel Day Lewis was fantastic as our man, and won an Oscar for the role. I'm not sure how realistic his version of Lincoln's voice is, but you might want to watch that again to see what you think.
I am from Bolivia 🇧🇴, and his actions have always impressed me. To me he is the best President. Thank you for the details, I watched this because every night I tell my son a story and wanted to tell him about this great man. Thank you 😊
Damn. I knew he lost his mom, his sister, and his sons but I didn’t know he lost the first woman he fell in love with either. Lincoln really did have such a difficult life. 😞
This is such an exciting episode! It’s nice to see an American Icon being featured here. I’d love to see a video on C.J. Walker.
I don’t remember ever seeing Lincoln smile. Thanks for that. Another great video!
Watching First US President George Washington and 16th President Abraham Lincoln brought to Life in Motion and Color with History made me to tears… their Love to America.
What an amazing man, in ways we have never spoken of. The content of this man, not just his presidency, nor his assasination should be the only subjects discussed, but HIM! May we all strive to move forward when facing adversity, and to remember kindness. Thank you for this video!
Lincoln had a powerful way with words. I have been to Gettysburg and I could feel the emotions and hear the ringing to the fighting. I stood with my friends near the sight of the Gettysburg Address and felt the mixed emotions from Lincoln’s supporters and those who despised him as they listened to him that hot day.
The smile made all the difference in how he looked ~ thank you
One of my favorite heroes of history...his smile...truly beautiful! Like so many others, this brought tears to my eyes for some reason, seeing him in motion...and the modernized version as well...a truly beautiful person inside and out! I know many have picked on the strangeness of his appearance, but I have always loved his distinctive features, and found him quite handsome. Unconventionally handsome, I suppose you could say, but that, to me, makes his beauty all the more powerful. There is nobody who looks like him or has his physical essence. Thank you for recreating my favorite president! A true man and hero for so many! ❤💙❤💙
Abraham Lincoln had good Female Role Models in his mother and Sally Bush.
And his beloved sister.
Sarah Bush
Stepmother was Sarah Bush not Sally
So?
I think both names are correct. Sally / Sallie is a common variant or nickname for Sarah / Sara. It is extremely common in my family. They all mean "princess", and interestingly stem from the biblical story about Abraham (his wife was Sarah).
And thank you for recreation of his facial features and adding the little smile on his face!!! Beautifully done!! Well done Mr.ABRAHAM LINCOLN!!!❤❤❤
I was surprised at the tears that sprung from my eyes at the recreated image of this great man. We are sorely in need of such honesty and character in office today.
Totally agree and also willing to listen and learn.