In Part 2, Gwen Thompson returns to discuss Mary Todd Lincoln’s life as First Lady, her personal struggles, and the lasting impact of her legacy. We examine her time in the White House during the Civil War, her profound grief after the loss of family members and President Lincoln, and the controversies that surrounded her in the public eye.

Gwen provides expert insight into how Mary Todd Lincoln’s Kentucky roots, political instincts, and personal resilience helped shape her role in one of the most turbulent eras in American history.

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