The post investigates claims about Abraham Lincoln's involvement in spiritualism, finding evidence for his attendance at seances while debunking more extreme claims.
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This post explores the historical evidence for Abraham Lincoln's involvement in spiritualism and seances during his presidency. The author starts with well-documented accounts of Lincoln attending seances, including one where a piano supposedly levitated. The post then delves into more controversial claims, such as Lincoln using mediums for intelligence during the Civil War. While debunking the extreme claim that Lincoln made a pact with Attila the Hun's ghost, the author shows how investigating outlandish claims can lead to discovering intriguing historical facts. The post concludes by emphasizing the value of charitable investigation of seemingly absurd claims.
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