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Ann Rutledge
Young woman who was allegedly Abraham Lincoln's first love / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the passenger train in Illinois and Missouri named after her, see Ann Rutledge (train).
Ann Mayes Rutledge (January 7, 1813 – August 25, 1835) was allegedly Abraham Lincoln's first love.
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Ann Rutledge | |
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![]() A likeness by artist and historian George S. Stuart created from her physical description mentioned in historical records.
No known painting of Ann Rutledge exists from life. | |
Born | (1813-01-07)January 7, 1813 |
Died | August 25, 1835(1835-08-25) (aged 22) |
Burial place | Old Concord Burial Ground, Petersburg, Illinois (1835–1890) Oakland Cemetery, Petersburg, Illinois (1890–present) |
Known for | Alleged romantic relationship with Abraham Lincoln |
Partner | John McNamar (?–1835)(engaged but not married) |
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