Born in 1809 near Hodgenville, Kentucky, to Thomas and Nancy Lincoln. Moved to Indiana in 1816, where he grew up in a cabin. Lost his mother in 1818, which affected his childhood deeply. Received limited formal education, attending school only by chance. Developed strong reading skills, reading classics like Washington and Robinson Crusoe
Founded in 1988 through merger of Liberal Party and Social Democratic Party. Initially allied with Labour Party, gaining 25% vote in 1983. First leader Paddy Ashdown aimed for "equidistance" between Labour and Conservatives
Term originated from Latin congressus meaning battle encounter. British colonies adopted "Congress" in mid-1770s for state status. Continental Congress (1774-1781) became US Congress of Confederation
Term "Tory" derives from Irish word meaning "to pursue" or "to hunt". First used in English politics during 1678-1681 Exclusion Crisis. Initially referred to Irish dispossessed Catholics and outlaws
Abraham Lincoln was the tallest U.S. president at 6'4" (193 cm). James Madison was the shortest president at 5'4" (163 cm). Winfield Scott was the tallest unsuccessful presidential candidate at 6'5" (196 cm)
Born in 1809 on Kentucky farm to Thomas and Nancy Lincoln. Family moved to Indiana in 1816, where he worked on family farm. Joined Illinois House of Representatives in 1834, later became US House of Representatives. Served in Washington from 1846 to 1849, focusing on law after