Episode 622: The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln Part II - Death Wish
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Booth's Descent: From Desperation to Assassination
This chapter explores John Wilkes Booth's tumultuous journey leading to Abraham Lincoln's assassination, detailing his time in Montreal, a refuge for Confederate sympathizers. It combines historical intrigue with humor, as it examines the chaotic activities of Confederate agents and Booth's own failed ventures that pushed him toward radical actions. The narrative highlights the absurdities of Booth's plots and the connections between Canada and the Confederacy during the Civil War.
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