President Abraham Lincoln's connection to Capital Region is more than just fairy tale, in fact, he has quite a few. One of which is the story of New York Senator Ira Harris' daughter Clara, and her husband, Union Army Officer Henry Rathbone. On the night of April 14th in Ford's theater, the two were the esteemed guests of Abraham Lincoln...
The Loudon Cottage And The Dress
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The knife used to cut Union Army Officer Henry Rathbone during the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
Historian’s Office, Town of Colonie.
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The gun used to assassinate President Abraham Lincoln.
Historian's Office, Town of Colonie.
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The modern day home where Union Army Officer Henry Rathbone and Clara Harris resided.
Historian’s Office, Town of Colonie.
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The house where Union Army Officer Henry Rathbone and Clara Harris resided.
Historian’s Office, Town of Colonie.
