Staff Reports
The latest scoop from those sneaky historians is quite the eye-opener! It turns out that President Biden’s great-great-grandfather, Moses Johnson Robinette, got himself into a bit of a scuffle during the Civil War and caught a lucky break from none other than President Abraham Lincoln himself. Talk about political connections coming in handy!
REPORT: Biden's Great-Great-Grandfather Committed Bloody Crime https://t.co/czFFGnI8IL
— David Midgorden (@david_midgorden) February 21, 2024
Legend has it that ol’ Moses was convicted of giving a Union officer a little poke with a knife after a ruckus in 1864. The Union officer stirred the pot by flapping his gums about Moses’ female assistant, and before you know it, things got a bit stabby. But hold on to your horses, folks! After a brief stint on a cozy island near Florida, good old Abe Lincoln swooped in and granted Moses a full pardon. It’s a real-life soap opera, isn’t it?
This shocking revelation only recently came to light, thanks to the nosey snoops at the National Archives in Washington. It seems that Moses was a real charmer back in the day, keeping things lively and full of jokes. But when provoked, he didn’t shy away from defending himself. There were even conflicting reports about whether alcohol was involved, adding some extra spice to this salacious tale.
Before this incident, Moses was a go-getter, serving as a civilian vet in the Union Army. But like many good stories, this one has its twists and turns. After the incident, he found himself chilling in prison on a remote island near Key West, Florida. And here’s the real kicker: it wasn’t just any old island – it was the Dry Tortugas, otherwise known as “America’s Siberia.” The place was packed with over 700 rowdy fellas, and Moses was right in the thick of it.
But here’s where things get really interesting. Moses’ pals stepped in and lobbied the big shots in the government to cut him a break. They argued that he was just defending himself against a fella who was bigger and stronger and only acted in the heat of the moment. They also made sure to sprinkle in some praise for his efforts in opposing those dastardly traitors who were trying to tear the country apart. And wouldn’t you know it – their plea caught the attention of President Lincoln, who swiftly ordered a pardon for Moses, sending him home scot-free.
So there you have it, folks! A wild tale of family drama, a scuffle during wartime, and a timely presidential pardon. Who would’ve thought that President Biden’s family tree had a branch like that? It just goes to show you – even the most esteemed families have a skeleton or two hidden away.
