Last known picture of Abraham Lincoln

[STS Lincolnite]

(10-03-2014 04:56 AM)Hess1865 Wrote:  

(10-01-2014 09:14 PM)STS Lincolnite Wrote:  Since it wasn't directly posted earlier in the thread, I thought I would post the Henry F. Warren photo that is now considered the last portrait of the living Lincoln (March 6, 1865). He doesn't look as haggard as in the February, 1865 Gardner photo.

I've always felt that Lincoln looks very aggravated in the Warren photo, almost like he didn't want to pose in the first place

I seem to remember reading that that was in fact the case. Someone may correct me if I am wrong - I may be remembering wrong and the story may just be false. I think I remember the story going something as follows: Tad was out on the white house lawn and Mr. Warren as asked he if could take his picture. Of course, Tad agreed. Mr. Warren then asked Tad to go bring his father down for a picture. Which Tad did. Lincoln was not thrilled but I suppose agreed to do it to satisfy Tad. The photo was taken outdoors as well with the wind blowing so his hair does look windblown.