This Day In History - Lincoln Advised To Grow A Beard 1860

Lincoln Advised To Grow A Beard 1860

Sunday, October 15, 2023

All Day

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Event Description

On October 15, 1860, a few weeks before Lincoln was elected President of the United States, 11 year old Grace Bedell sent him a letterfrom Westfield, New York, urging him to grow a beard to improve his appearance. Lincoln responded in a letter on October 19, 1860, making no promises. However, within a month, he grew a full beard.

Event Location

Washington D.C.