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Meet Ralph Lincoln: The 11th-Generation Relative of Abraham Lincoln—and His Spitting Image! 🇺🇸
In an astonishing twist of genealogy and genetics, Ralph Lincoln, an 11th-generation descendant of America’s 16th president, has gone viral for his striking resemblance to his legendary ancestor. With the same tall, lanky frame, deep-set eyes, and iconic beard, Ralph looks like he stepped straight out of a history book—or off the five-dollar bill.
Who Is Ralph Lincoln?
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Age: 42
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Hometown: Springfield, Illinois (same as Abe!)
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Occupation: History teacher (fittingly)
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Claim to Fame: Discovered his eerie likeness to Honest Abe after growing a beard during the pandemic.
The Uncanny Resemblance
🔹 Facial Features: High cheekbones, sunken eyes, and a prominent nose—nearly identical to Abraham Lincoln’s portraits.
🔹 Stature: At 6’4”, Ralph is just an inch shorter than the president, who stood at 6’4.5”.
🔹 Signature Beard: Ralph grew out his facial hair in 2020, and the internet lost its mind over the similarity.
How Is Ralph Related to Abraham Lincoln?
Ralph is part of the Lincoln family’s 11th generation, descending from Abraham Lincoln’s great-great-great-granduncle. While not a direct descendant (Abe’s bloodline ended with his great-grandchildren), Ralph’s lineage traces back to the same Lincoln family roots in Massachusetts.
Life as a Lincoln Lookalike
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Historical Reenactments: Ralph now does Abe Lincoln impersonations at schools and events.
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Viral Fame: His TikTok and Instagram blew up after a side-by-side comparison with a Lincoln portrait went viral.
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Fun Fact: He owns a custom-made Lincoln-style stovepipe hat—and yes, he wears it in public.
What Does Ralph Think of the Attention?
In interviews, Ralph jokes:
“I always knew I had a ‘historic’ face, but I didn’t expect to become a meme! The weirdest part? Strangers ask me for life advice… like I’m actually Abe.”
Could He Be Abraham Lincoln Reincarnated?
While Ralph laughs off supernatural theories, his students call him “Mr. President”—and history buffs can’t get enough of him.
Final Thought: If Hollywood ever remakes Lincoln, Ralph wouldn’t even need prosthetics.
Would you do a double-take if you saw him on the street? 😲 Share your thoughts!
(P.S. For more Ralph Lincoln content, check out his #ModernDayLincoln posts on social media!)
