Looking for Abraham Lincoln

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Wasn't there also a blanket? I always see pictures of the rocking chair with a blanket. I would assume since his trousers had stains that the blanket and rocking chair would also.

Thanks Jim, I had forgotten about his BB Overcoat. I never gave much thought to the psyche of Dr. Leale in that way either.

Could they have also downplayed the blood at first to give the impression that it wasn't as severe as it actually was? The way that politicians and athletes do today. I remember accounts of Reagan walking into the hospital to show strength to the public. Leaders all over the world misrepresent the severity of their sicknesses. Although with so many witnesses I can imagine it would be very difficult to keep a lid on.