about a flag and some relics

[loetar44]

I recall, reading years ago, that Abraham Lincoln was buried with (1) the American flag and (2) some relics of an ill-fated Arctic expedition, led by a British explorer. First, I doubt that Lincoln was buried with the flag, because I also have read somewhere that out of respect for the flag, flags should be displayed over the coffins, but should not be buried with them. Perhaps, I’m wrong. Second, I tend to believe that indeed some relics of an Artic expedition were put in Lincoln’s coffin, but can’t remember when and why that was done and where I read that. Possibly someone in the forum has more info re. the flag and the relics. Thanks.