George W. Bell, 40th USCT-- Part 3: Met President Lincoln and Moved to Waukegan, Illinois

It was reported that while serving with the 40th USCT, he met Abraham Lincoln and prepared a meal for him.  On occasion, while in camp, Lincoln would always greet George.

After the war, he came first to Fairbury, Illinois, and then moved to Waukegan.

His home in Waukegan was on Clarke Avenue and he worked as a bricklayer.

His wife was Emily Bell, born 1848, died 24 October 1908 (aged 59-60) and she is also buried in Oakwood Cemetery.

--Old Secesh