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Lincoln’s Lie: A True Civil War Caper

Elizabeth Mitchell’s new book Lincoln’s Lie: A True Civil War Caper Through Fake News, Wall Street, and the White House, transports us back to 1864 for a dramatic journey of scandal and intrigue. Mitchell weaves together the story of Joseph Howard, who is interred at Green-Wood, and his elaborate scheme to manipulate the gold market by spreading “fake news” in the press. Join her for a fascinating discussion with Green-Wood’s historian, Jeff Richman, about her research—and the many people interred at Green-Wood who played leading roles in this drama—as well as Abraham Lincoln, who is at the center of this tale.











When: Wed., Oct. 7, 2020 at 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: Green-Wood Cemetery
500 25th St., Brooklyn
718-210-3080
Price: $9/$4 for members
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Elizabeth Mitchell’s new book Lincoln’s Lie: A True Civil War Caper Through Fake News, Wall Street, and the White House, transports us back to 1864 for a dramatic journey of scandal and intrigue. Mitchell weaves together the story of Joseph Howard, who is interred at Green-Wood, and his elaborate scheme to manipulate the gold market by spreading “fake news” in the press. Join her for a fascinating discussion with Green-Wood’s historian, Jeff Richman, about her research—and the many people interred at Green-Wood who played leading roles in this drama—as well as Abraham Lincoln, who is at the center of this tale.

Buy tickets/get more info now