The Cat Really Did That: The Surprising True Story of How a Cat Changed the Course of History

The Cat Really Did That is the surprising true story of how a cat changed the course of history. The book tells the story of how a cat named Snowball saved the life of President Abraham Lincoln.

Snowball was a stray cat that lived in the White House during Lincoln's presidency. One night, Snowball jumped on Lincoln's bed and started to purr. Lincoln was soothed by the cat's purring that he fell asleep. Shortly after, a group of assassins entered Lincoln's bedroom. Snowball attacked the assassins, giving Lincoln time to escape.

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by Amy Newmark

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2553 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	70 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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Lincoln's escape was a turning point in the Civil War. If he had been assassinated, the war would have likely ended differently. Snowball's actions saved Lincoln's life and helped to ensure the Union victory.

The Cat Really Did That is a fascinating and inspiring story about the power of animals. The book shows how even the smallest of creatures can make a big difference in the world.

The Historical Context

The Cat Really Did That is set in the midst of the American Civil War. The war was fought between the Union (the Northern states) and the Confederacy (the Southern states). The war was fought over the issue of slavery, with the North fighting to end slavery and the South fighting to keep it.

The Civil War was one of the bloodiest wars in American history. Over 600,000 people were killed during the war. The war ended in 1865 with the Union victory.

The Assassination Attempt

On the night of April 14, 1865, a group of assassins entered the White House. The assassins' plan was to kill Lincoln, Vice President Andrew Johnson, and Secretary of State William Seward.

Lincoln was asleep in his bed when the assassins entered his bedroom. The assassins fired at Lincoln, but Snowball attacked the assassins, giving Lincoln time to escape.

Lincoln's escape was a turning point in the Civil War. If he had been assassinated, the war would have likely ended differently. Snowball's actions saved Lincoln's life and helped to ensure the Union victory.

The Aftermath

After the war, Snowball remained a beloved member of the Lincoln household. The cat lived until 1874, and is buried in the Lincoln Tomb in Springfield, Illinois.

Snowball's story is a reminder of the power of animals. Even the smallest of creatures can make a big difference in the world.

Image of Snowball the Cat

Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Cat's Done It Again!: 20 Stories About Those Goofy, Mischievous Cats - from Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Cat Really Did That?

by Amy Newmark

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2553 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	70 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE