With the federally-mandated changeover to digital television broadcasting going into effect February 17, 2009, you may be wondering what is so special about a digital tuner. In order to receive television programming, you'll need to have one, so here's the scoop.
Thomas Lincoln. For Abraham Lincoln's son, see Tad Lincoln. Thomas Lincoln (January 6, 1778 â January 17, 1851) was an American farmer, carpenter, and father of President Abraham Lincoln. Unlike some of his ancestors, Lincoln could not write, but he was a well-respected community and church member known for his honesty.
Lincoln Shot at Fordâs Theater. Shortly after 10:00 p.m. on April 14, 1865, actor John Wilkes Booth entered the presidential box at Fordâs Theatre in Washington, D.C., and fatally shot President Abraham Lincoln. As Lincoln slumped forward in his seat, Booth leapt onto the stage and escaped out the back door.