Lincoln's Grave Robbers by Steve Sheinkin
The Thrilling True Story of the First Attempt to Steal Lincoln's Body
Set in the aftermath of the Civil War, this gripping historical narrative delves into the audacious plot by a group of counterfeiters to steal Abraham Lincoln's body from his tomb in Springfield, Illinois. The conspirators, led by the cunning Big Jim Kennally, aim to ransom the body in exchange for the release of their imprisoned leader and the cessation of government crackdowns on their illicit trade. As the Secret Service races against time to thwart the heist, readers are taken on a thrilling journey through 19th-century America, exploring themes of greed, justice, and the enduring legacy of one of the nation's most revered presidents.
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- Published
- 2013
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 208-224
- Original Language
- English
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