Edward Baker Lincoln, also known as Eddie, was the second child born to Mary Todd Lincoln and future President Abraham Lincoln on March 10, 1846 in Springfield, Illinois. He lived a brief but significant life that would leave an impact on his family and the American public.
Eddie was the younger brother of Robert Todd Lincoln, who went on to have successful careers in business and law. Despite their age difference, the brothers shared a close bond and Robert would remember Eddie fondly throughout his life.
Tragedy struck the Lincoln family when Eddie passed away just shy of his fourth birthday. The cause of his death is still debated by historians, with some speculating it was either tuberculosis or thyroid cancer. Regardless, his passing deeply affected his parents, who were devastated by the loss of their beloved son.
In honor of Eddie, his parents co-wrote a touching poem that was engraved on his tombstone. This gesture of love and remembrance immortalized Eddie in the minds of those who knew him, ensuring that he would never be forgotten.
Although his life was short, Eddie Lincoln's impact on his family and American history was significant. His memory lives on through the touching tribute written by his parents and the legacy of his father's presidency. Eddie may have left this world too soon, but he will always hold a special place in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.