You might have learned in history class that President Abraham Lincoln was shot on April 14, 1865, while he and his wife were watching a play at Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C.

US President Donald Trump faces criticism for comparing himself to Abraham Lincoln following an assassination scare, sparking backlash from political observers, historians, and the public over historical insensitivity.

Abraham Lincoln was shot dead on this day, April 15, 1865, making this the 156th anniversary of his death. On this day, John Wilkes Booth shot and killed President Abraham Lincoln at Ford's Theatre. The news shocked not just America but the world,

A night of panic at the White House Correspondents' dinner was followed by a familiar Trump refrain. Back at the White House, he invoked Abraham Lincoln again, tying danger to presidential greatness.

(WXYZ) — President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated while sitting in a chair at Ford's Theater on April 14, 1865. He died a day later on April 15. That rocking ...