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  LINCOLN (ENGLAND) - LoveToKnow Article on LINCOLN (ENGLAND)
President Lincoln was of unusual stature, 6 ft. 4 in., and of spare but muscular build; he had been in youth remarkably strong and skilful in the athletic games of the frontier, where, however, his popularity and recognized impartiality oftener made him an umpire than a champion.
Lincoln married in Springfield on the 4th of November 1842, Mary Todd (18181882), also a native of Kentucky, who bore him four sons, of whom the only one to grow u~ was the eldest, Robert Todd Lincoln (b.
The glory of Lincoln is the noble cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary, commonly known as the Minster.
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 LINCOLN (ILL.) - LoveToKnow Article on LINCOLN (ILL.)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Lincoln Castle, lying W. of the cathedral, was newly founded by William the Conqueror when Remigius decided to found his minster under its protection.
LINCOLN, a city and the county-seat of Logan county, Illinois, U.S.A., in the N. central part of the state, 156 m.
On the nth of May the archbishop gave judgment to 'Lincoln was about equally distant from Pawnee City and the Kansas border, the leading Missouri river towns, and the important towns of Fremont and Coliimbus on the N. side of the Platte.
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 Lincoln - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Lincoln (pronounced "Ling-kun") is a cathedral city and county town of Lincolnshire, England, a bridging point over the River Witham, which flows to Boston.
The basis of the economy was cloth and wool; Lincoln weavers had set up a guild in 1130 to produce Lincoln Cloth, especially the fine dyed "scarlet" and "green" the reputation of which was later enhanced by Robin Hood wearing "Lincoln Green".
The dissolution of the monasteries further exacerbated Lincoln's problems, and between 1642 and 1651, during the English Civil War, Lincoln was on the frontier between the Royalist and Parliamentary forces.
www.peekskill.us /project/wikipedia/index.php/Lincoln,_England   (1046 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Lincoln, England   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Lincoln (pronounced "Lin-kun") is a cathedral city and county town of Lincolnshire, England, a bridging point over the River Witham that flows to Boston.
Under the Romans, Lincoln was a flourishing colony named Lindum, and was at the northern end of the Fosse Way Roman road.
Today, Lincoln's economy is now based mainly on public administration, commerce and arable farming.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Lincoln,-England   (667 words)

  
 Lincoln, Vermont, New England, USA
General Lincoln is also credited with having prepared the way for the American victory at Saratoga by cutting Burgoyne's lines of communication with Canada.
General Lincoln was captured and exchanged, and in 1780 he was serving under General Washington in the New York area.
Lincoln, like Ferrisburgh and several other Addison County towns, was settled by members of the Society of Friends, or Quakers.
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 Lincoln England - what to see in Lincoln
The city of Lincoln is bypassed by most visitors to the UK, and that's a pity, because Lincoln has a colourful past that is preserved in a fascinating variety of historic buildings, particularly in the ancient medieval core.
Lincoln was a "colonia", or major town, and around 300AD it became the capitol of the Roman province covering eastern England.
When the Romans departed Lincoln was absorbed by the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Lindsey, and still later the Danes established the city as one of the 5 chief "burghs" of the Danelaw.
www.britainexpress.com /Where_to_go_in_Britain/Destination_Library/lincoln.htm   (685 words)

  
 CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Lincoln (England)
But this was situate in the extreme corner of what was the largest diocese in England, so that the first Norman bishop, Remigius of Fécamp, decided after the Council of 1072, which ordered all bishops to fix their sees in walled towns, to build his cathedral at Lincoln, a city already ancient and populous.
In 1536 the Diocese of Lincoln was the scene of the "Pilgrimage of Grace", an armed protest against the religious changes which was followed by numerous executions.
The line of bishops of Lincoln, which had included two saints, three cardinals, six chancellors (marked below *), was brought to a worthy close by Thomas Watson, who died a prisoner for the Faith at Wisbech Castle on 27 Sept., 1584, being the last survivor on English soil of the ancient Catholic hierarchy.
www.newadvent.org /cathen/09266b.htm   (751 words)

  
 The History Place presents Abraham Lincoln
In December, the Lincoln family crosses the Ohio River and settles in the backwoods of Indiana.
In Autumn, Lincoln is appointed Deputy County Surveyor.
Lincoln resumes his travels in the 8th Judicial Circuit covering over 400 miles in 14 counties in Illinois.
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 Lincoln   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The castle is located in Lincoln or Lincoln-shire, England, and was built in 1068 by William the Conqueror, two years after the Battle of Hastings, on a site once used by the Romans.
The city of Lincoln was one of four provincial capitals of Roman Britain.
The Battle of Lincoln is part of the English Civil War, and that was when Lincoln Castle was seized by the Earl of Chester in Matilda's name.
people.cornellcollege.edu /A-Massey/lincolncastle   (852 words)

  
 Lincoln City UK
Lincoln is one of England's most beautiful cathedral cities.
Lincoln Cathedral towers majestically over the city and is a must for any visitor.
Building was started in 1072 but most of the original church was destroyed in the 12th century by fire and earthquake.
www.lincoln-live.co.uk   (167 words)

  
 Lincoln England - Definition up Erdmond.Com
Under the Romans, Lincoln was a flourishing colony named ''Lindum'', and was at the northern end of the Fosse_Way Roman road.
The dissolution of the monasteries further exacerbated Lincoln's problems, and between 1642 and 1651, during the English_Civil_War, Lincoln was on the frontier between the Royalist and Parliamentary forces.
Coupled with the arrival of the railway, the Industrial_Revolution began to affect Lincoln.
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 European Visits - The Online Magazine of European Travel - Lincoln, England: Having a Pint with the Drearily Departed   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Katherine's singularly unimpressive tomb is in Lincoln Cathedral.
One of the most oft repeated Lincoln legends is that of "little Saint Hugh," a small boy allegedly drowned in either Jew's House or the adjacent Jew's Court in the eleventh century.
The change in guardianship of the Magna Carta is Lincoln's own naughty vicar story, containing such conflicting elements as an offended lady verger, a World's Fair, and a dean allegedly jogging through the medieval section of town late at night holding a bottle of wine.
www.eurodata.com /articles/lincoln-england.htm   (2346 words)

  
 Directory - Regional: Europe: United Kingdom: England: Lincolnshire: Lincoln
Lincoln is situated 141 miles north of London and 17 miles north-east of Newark-on-Trent.
Lincoln Cathedral standing on top of Lincoln edge is the third largest in the country.
Lincoln City  · History, photographs, what's on, places of interest and accommodation information.
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 Dictionary of Australian Biography We-Wy
Returning to England in 1780 he exhibited about 50 works at Royal Academy exhibitions between 1784 and 1792, and was elected an associate of the Royal Academy in 1785 and R.A. in 1791.
He visited England to attend the Pan-Anglican synod at Lambeth in 1888, and in 1892 the diocese of Rockhampton was established, which took over a large part of central Queensland.
In 1906 White was chosen to go to England and study for two years at the British staff college at Camberley, where his work so impressed the British authorities that the war office requested that he might be lent for a further period.
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 City of Lincoln Council - Welcome!
Lincoln mixes 2000 years of heritage with a lively arts and events programme.
HRH the Duke of Gloucester to open the new City and County museum in Lincoln...
The latest jobs, news and events including the 24th Lincoln Christmas Market all at the touch of a button by signing up to our E-Newsletter service.
www.lincoln.gov.uk   (259 words)

  
 Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln himself supervised the proofs that were published in the New York Tribune (Freeman 1960, 92-93).
Others then rose to shift their votes to Lincoln, and finally, the chairman of the New York delegation rose to ask that the nomination be made unanimous.
Lincoln defies anyone to find anyone who prior to 1850 said it was unconstitutional for the National Government to regulate slavery in the territories.
www.nps.gov /liho/cooper/cooper.htm   (2882 words)

  
 Lincoln Hotels, Guest Houses and Self Catering Accommodation
Whether you are looking for a hotel in Lincoln or self catering accommodation in Lincoln, we've got a great selection for for you to choose from.
This modern hotel is situated in the historic up-hill area of Lincoln directly opposite the magnificent Cathedral with its triple...
The Lincoln Hotel is located in the heart of historic Lincoln opposite Lincoln Cathedral.
www.lincoln-hotel.co.uk   (272 words)

  
 Travel for Kids: Nottingham and Lincoln, England
Lincoln Castle (Lincoln) – Lincoln was once the site of an old Roman city (Lindum).
In 1215, the Bishop of Lincoln witnessed the signing of the Magna Carta, so one of the four original copies is on display at the Castle.
Teenage Catherine (Little Bird or Birdy) has no interest in becoming a docile, accomplished "lady." She hates needlework, wonders why girls can't go on crusades, wear breeches, or be horse trainers, and refuses to marry the detestable suitors chosen by her father.
www.travelforkids.com /Funtodo/England/lincoln-nottingham.htm   (410 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | England | Lincolnshire | Lincoln is lucky for 'Ernie' loot   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Lincoln is the luckiest place in the East Midlands for winning Premium Bond prizes for the second year running.
It has come top in the region, and also leapfrogged from 54th to 15th in the national league in the past year.
She said: "There is no prediction that Lincoln will stay at the top, but looking back, it has been incredibly lucky the last two years."
news.bbc.co.uk /go/newsFeedXML/moreover/-/1/hi/england/lincolnshire/4396171.stm   (204 words)

  
 Roger p@rsons_world of Famous Lincolnshire folks
I have encountered Banks' influence as a biologist and agriculturist; in the Caribbean, Iceland, South Pacific and West Africa; at the Natural History Museum, Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, Lincoln Cathedral and in The Fens, where he was a driving force in drainage projects and the straightening of the River Witham.
George Herbert, born into a politically active family in England in the 16th century, chose to become a humble country parson rather than take advantage of his position (and shrewd intelligence).
He was given the subdeanery of Lincoln in 1795 and transferred his residence to Lincoln shortly before his death.
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 Local Interest Lincoln Lincs England, Lincolnshire UK
Ecolincs - free listing Ecolincs - Environmental organisation based in Lincolnshire promoting environmental awareness in and around Lincoln, consisting of members of the public, representatives from community groups, local businesses and organisations who are interested in sustainable and ethical issues in Lincolnshire.
Lincoln - This is the official City of Lincoln Web site, with information on the City Council Tourism Service, Economic Development Service, Councillors, Departments and Committees.
Royal Lincolnshire Regiment 10th Foot - The story of the Lincolnshire Regiment from when it was formed as The Earl of Bath's Regiment in 1685 until it was amalgamated with the Northamptonshire Regiment in 1960.
www.linc2u.com /lincoln/sites/local.htm   (718 words)

  
 'Da Vinci Code' taps Lincoln Cathedral - (United Press International)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Lincoln, England, May. 24 (UPI) -- England's Lincoln Cathedral has been picked for the climactic scenes for the film version of Dan Brown's controversial bestseller, "The Da Vinci Code."
Lincoln Cathedral has its own darker side, the so-called Lincoln Imp -- a carving legend says was a small devil blown in by the wind and turned into stone by the angels.
The Lincoln Imp has been blamed for everything from sex scandals to the misfortunes of the Lincoln City soccer team.
www.washtimes.com /upi-breaking/20050524-110834-1864r.htm   (189 words)

  
 Lincoln Student Accommodation and Housing - Lincoln, England
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www.studentpad.co.uk /lincoln/index.htm   (210 words)

  
 The Carline Guest House, Lincoln England
The Carline Guest House is a charming double fronted Edwardian house set in the heart of historic Lincoln, with in easy walking distance of the city centre, Cathedral, Castle and Museums.
Established for over 25 years, it has achieved a good reputation for excellence, resulting in being recommended by the Which Good Bed and Breakfast Guide since 1988 on Merit alone.
We also have off street and garaged parking and we are a totally non smoking establishment.
www.carlineguesthouse.co.uk   (77 words)

  
 Lincoln Lincolnshire the Midlands England, Hotels and travel information
The city of Lincoln is located in the heart of the county of Lincolnshire in eastern England, and originally dates back to Roman times.
Much of the stunning architecture can be found around the old medieval area, with the undisputed jewel in the crown being the 900-year old Lincoln Cathedral.
Lincolns wealth first came to prominence courtesy of a thriving wool trade and later cloth, in particular Lincoln Green that Robin Hood is said to have worn.
www.lincolnswebsite.co.uk   (862 words)

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