abraham lincoln: you are a free citizen of this republic. kneel to god only. and thank him for the liberty that is yours. tom hanks: it's one of the most unforgettable scenes in american history. an american president walking the streets of a fallen rebel capital in the midst of a civil war. scarcely 36 hours after jefferson davis has fled his capital, abraham lincoln arrives at the surrendered home of the confederate president. crook: i am informed that general weitzel is on his way, sir. and this is mrs. o'melia, the housekeeper. abraham lincoln: ma'am, might you direct me to president davis' desk?