The Dramatic Life of Abraham Lincoln
From the log cabin to the White House-from a home made cradle to history's page
1924 · 2h · N/A
Drama, History
Directed by
Phil Rosen
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The Dramatic Life of Abraham Lincoln
Overview
A biographical film featuring the presidency and assassination of Abraham Lincoln during the American Civil War.
Director and cast
- Phil Rosen Director
- George A. Billings as Abraham Lincoln
- Danny Hoy as Abraham Lincoln, 7 years old
- Ruth Clifford as Ann Rutledge, first sweetheart
- Nell Craig as Mary Todd / Mrs. Lincoln
- Irene Hunt as Nancy Hanks Lincoln, Mother
- Westcott Clarke as Thomas Lincoln, Father
- Fay McKenzie as Sarah Lincoln
- Charles K. French as Isom Enlow, Neighbor
- Calvert Carter as Mr. Gollaher, Neighbor
- Madge Hunt as Mrs. Gollaher
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