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Each week, we aim to bring you interesting information about interesting people in about five minutes in the form of short biographies which can also be read on our website.Copyright © 2025 - 5 Minute Productions Mundial
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  • U.S. Presidents - 16 - Abraham Lincoln
    Aug 18 2025

    In the sixth episode of our second 10-part special season on U.S. Presidents, we look at Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. From his humble beginnings in a frontier log cabin to his leadership during the Civil War, Lincoln steered the nation through its greatest test, preserved the Union, and issued the Emancipation Proclamation that redefined freedom. His eloquence, determination, and tragic assassination in 1865 left an indelible mark on American history and the global struggle for democracy.

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  • U.S. Presidents - 15 - James Buchanan
    Aug 15 2025

    In the fifth episode of our second 10-part special season on U.S. Presidents, we look at James Buchanan, the 15th president of the United States. A seasoned statesman with decades of experience, Buchanan entered the White House as the nation teetered on the edge of crisis—and left it on the brink of civil war. His passive leadership, controversial support for the Dred Scott decision, and failure to confront secession have led many to rank him among the worst presidents in U.S. history. In this episode, we explore Buchanan’s life, his inaction in the face of disunion, and the legacy of a presidency defined by missed opportunities.

    An article supporting this episode can be found on the website at: https://5minutebiographies.com/james-buchanan/ or why not take a look at our YouTube channel at https://5minutehistory.com/youtube/

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  • U.S. Presidents - 14 - Franklin Pierce
    Aug 14 2025

    In the fourth episode of our second 10-part special season on U.S. Presidents, we look at Franklin Pierce, the 14th president of the United States. Handsome, charming, and a decorated war veteran, Pierce seemed destined for success, but his presidency quickly descended into controversy and division. His support for the Kansas-Nebraska Act inflamed tensions over slavery and pushed the nation closer to civil war. In this episode, we delve into the life of a man whose personal tragedies and political missteps defined one of the most turbulent presidencies in American history.

    An article supporting this episode can be found on the website at: https://5minutebiographies.com/franklin-pierce/ or why not take a look at our YouTube channel at https://5minutehistory.com/youtube/

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