Episode 621: The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln Part I - All The World's a Stage
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Political Turmoil and Booth's Infamy
This chapter explores the political divisions in the U.S. leading to Lincoln's election, focusing on the fractured Democratic Party and the South's response. It also delves into John Wilkes Booth's theatrical career and his reckless rhetoric, foreshadowing his infamous act against Lincoln amidst a backdrop of societal unrest.
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