Abraham Lincoln's Love Letters Film

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Lincoln historian Harold Holzer

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Was Abraham Lincoln gay? New documentary 'Lover of Men' explores questions around his sexuality.

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The film Lover of Men explores Lincoln 's intimate relationships with four men.

Lincoln 's relationship with Billy Greene , Joshua Speed , Elmer Ellsworth and David Derickson .

Historians argue that Lincoln was a queer icon erased from history.

Despite potential backlash, director Shaun Peterson is confident that today ’s LGBTQ population is ready to embrace Lincoln as a queer figure.

Documentary explores Lincoln 's relationships with Col. Ellsworth , the first Union death of the Civil War , and Capt. Derickson, who served as both bodyguard and bed companion.

Historian Harold Holzer says there is no evidence Lincoln had intimate relationships with men.

Documentary hopes to challenge perceptions of American history and LGBTQ acceptance.

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