"Our 16th U.S. president's sexuality has long been the subject of debate, with experts pointing to historical records, Lincoln's personal correspondence, and some good old-fashioned hot gossip as proof that, at the very least, he shared his bed with other men on multiple occasions. So, what's the truth, and why has it taken centuries for us to get the full story?"
"All of that gets explored in the eye-opening documentary Lover Of Men: The Untold History Of Abraham Lincoln from filmmaker Shaun Peterson. Featuring rarely seen photographs and letters, re-enactments, and commentary from U.S. and LGBTQ+ history scholars (including familiar faces like Alok Vaid-Menon & Montana Rep. Zooey Zephyr), the film highlights how one of our country's oldest rumors may have very well been based in fact."
Abraham Lincoln's sexuality remains contested, with historians citing historical records, personal correspondence, and contemporaneous rumors suggesting intimate male relationships. A documentary titled Lover Of Men presents rarely seen photographs, letters, re-enactments, and commentary from U.S. and LGBTQ+ history scholars arguing the long-standing rumor may be factual. The film's release on VOD renewed public attention and debate. Analysis includes Lincoln's close friendships and bedroom arrangements, suggestive contemporary accounts such as Billy Greene's admiration for Lincoln's physique, and broader implications for understanding queer identities within U.S. history and foundational national ideals.
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