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Don't Shoot That Boy! Abraham Lincoln and Military Justice

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A story in today's New York Times (January 25, 2011) reveals that Mr. Lowry has confessed to changing the date on a key document cited in this book to make it appear that Lincoln issued a pardon on the same day as his assassination. Mr. Lowry has reportedly confessed to sneaking a pen into the National Archives, rubbing out the original date (1864), and changing it to 1865 so that he could appear to have made a discovery that would in turn promote his book. He has now been banned from entering the National Archives, and his book is worthless except as an example of fraud, deception, and personal gain.

The National Archives has confirmed that Thomas P. Lowry, a longtime Abraham Lincoln researcher, confessed to altering a presidential pardon document so he could claim credit for finding a document of historical significance. Everything he has written should now be scrutinized because the data may be suspect.

The research into this book is incredible. The stories of the court martials is enjoyable reading, though at times the stories become repetitive (thus the 4 stars and not 5). Lincoln the compassionate president is examined carefully through these court martial cases and in the final chapter. The final chapter, is a great look at Lincoln and his place in history.

If you're looking for the best of Lincoln, and avoiding unbiased books, this one is for you. This book paints Lincoln as the most caring person imaginable.

Of course the title is "Don't shoot that boy"; which only focus on 'good' things Lincoln did.

If you're doing research on Lincoln's good qualities, this book is a good source. But it you want unbaised book, look elsewhere.

It's a fast reading book, that lives up to the 'myth' of Lincoln.

Got the book I ordered and it was in very good condition. It took a few days longer than I anticipated, but nothing serious. Would certainly buy from this seller again.