Video - Lincoln & Lamon: The Friendship That Could Have Changed History

Did you know that one of the most famous friendships in history was between President Abraham Lincoln and his bodyguard, Ward Hill Lamon? Lamon was not just Lincoln's protector but also his close confidant and friend. He was known for his sense of humor and would often play the banjo and sing to lighten Lincoln's mood. In fact, when Lincoln received death threats, he trusted Lamon enough to send him on a secret mission to thwart an assassination plot. Unfortunately, on the fateful night of Lincoln's assassination, Lamon was away on assignment. Imagine if he had been there to protect his friend that night! Friendship truly can change the course of history. What's the most interesting historical friendship you know about? Share in the comments!