Born in 1809 in rural Kentucky, Abraham Lincoln later lived in Indiana before moving to Illinois in 1830.  After living in Macon County and New Salem, Lincoln moved to Springfield in 1837.  Except for a term in the United States House of Representatives, Lincoln lived in Springfield until he became President in 1861.

    Series II incorporates the documentary record of Lincoln's life during these years, including personal and political correspondence, political speeches, and all other non-legal materials.