April 22, 2003 Comparative Essay There were many striking similarities between President John F. Kennedy and President Abraham Lincoln. Some may call it coincidence, but there are definite comparisons that can be made between the two. First of all the names Kennedy and Lincoln each contain seven letters. Both presidents were particularly concerned with civil rights. Sadly, both presidents' wives' lost children both while living in the White House, and after living in the White House. A …
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…are certain similarities that can just not be ignored. The Lincoln-Kennedy comparison is one made by many historians because it is a fun and interesting topic. No matter what one thinks of the comparisons made above there is certainly one thing that can not be denied. Both these Presidents were great men who served our country well. Their assassinations were devastating and tragic. Our country mourns their loss even today, and that comparison is undeniable.