Benjamin Chapin was an American actor and producer who is best known for his roles in The Son of Democracy, Native State, and A Call to Arms.
Personal and Family Life
Benjamin Chapin was born into a family that included his father, Warren E. Chapin, and his mother, Catherine Taylor. He remained unmarried throughout his life.
Death and Legacy
Benjamin Chapin died on June 2, 1918, in Liberty, New York, due to tuberculosis. He is remembered for his remarkable resemblance to Abraham Lincoln, which led him to portray the iconic president in many of his films.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1918 | The Son of Democracy | Abraham Lincoln |
| 1918 | Under the Stars | Abraham Lincoln |
| 1918 | The Slave Auction | Abraham Lincoln |
| 1918 | Down the River | Abraham Lincoln |
| 1918 | Native State | Abraham Lincoln |
| 1918 | A President’s Answer | Abraham Lincoln |
| 1918 | Tender Memories | Abraham Lincoln |
| 1918 | My First Jury | Abraham Lincoln |
| 1918 | A Call to Arms | Abraham Lincoln |
| 1917 | The Son of Democracy | Tom Lincoln |
| 1917 | Myself | Abraham Lincoln (older) |
| 1917 | My Mother | Abraham Lincoln (older) |
| 1917 | My Father | Abraham Lincoln (older) |
| 1914 | Lincoln’s Thanksgiving Story |