Mavericks & Legends: Mary Todd Lincoln

Published: May 20, 2020, 9 a.m.

b'Mary Todd Lincoln (1818-1882) earned the nickname \\u201chellcat\\u201d during her time as First Lady in the White House. Her famous temper and expensive taste made her an outsider in Washington. Despite her own turbulent experience, she remained steadfastly loyal to her husband and his ultimate political triumphs.'