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Lincoln’s Constant Companion or Ward Hill Lamon U.S. Marshal
Lincoln’s constant companion, best friend, and body-guard, was Ward Hill Lamon, U.S. Marshal. The new President had known Ward Hill Lamon since the 1850’s. They had been law partners and traveled the circuit together in Illinois. Lamon had assisted Lincoln in his … Continue reading
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