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165: The Psychotic Actor & Assassin Who Killed America’s Favorite President

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The Double Life of John Wilkes Booth: From Rising Star to Infamous Assassin

This chapter explores the complex life of John Wilkes Booth, the man who assassinated President Abraham Lincoln. It examines his background in a theatrical family and the dichotomy between his charming public image and his darker motivations.

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