Abraham Lincoln

 “Abraham Lincoln”-Daniel Chester French, 1920.

This larger than life statue was built to commemorate the 16^th president of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. President Lincoln is a good example of how knowledge must be used in conjunction with power to overcome difficulties and obstacles. President Lincoln guided his nation through a very turbulent time; he used his resolve and knowledge to keep his country together.

This monument uses classical Greek temple architecture on the exterior to better convey the use of knowledge by President Lincoln. The use pillars and the larger than life statue make Lincoln appear to be god-like. Lincoln is shown seated in a Roman senate chair.