LINCOLN, Abraham (kneeling in prayer): Statue inside the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. by Herbert S Houck

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LINCOLN, Abraham (kneeling in prayer): Statue inside the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. by Herbert S Houck

This bronze statue by Herbert S. Houck depicts Abraham Lincoln kneeling in prayer inside the Washington National Cathedral. Inspired by a family story of Lincoln praying before the Gettysburg Address, it symbolizes the President's faith during the Civil War. Located at the north aisle entrance, the sculpture honors Lincoln's leadership and legacy. It is a rare indoor memorial included in dcMemorials.com for its historical and spiritual significance.