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Contents of Lincoln's Pockets Collection, Linen Handkerchief
Ford's Theatre
Washington, D.C., United States
This handkerchief belonged to Abraham Lincoln. It is made of linen and is embroidered in red thread with “A. Lincoln” on one side. It was in his pockets when he was assassinated on April 14, 1865.
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- Title: Contents of Lincoln's Pockets Collection, Linen Handkerchief
- Original Source: Library of Congress, Rare Book and Special Collections Division, Alfred Whital Stern Collection of Lincolniana
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