The Rest Is History
396. JFK: The Second Assassin Strikes (Part 5)
Dec 5, 2023
Dive into the chaotic aftermath of JFK's assassination as Dallas police frantically gather evidence against Lee Harvey Oswald. Discover the intriguing background of Oswald and the emotional turmoil surrounding Jack Ruby, who disrupts the investigation in a shocking turn of events. Witness the dramatic moment Ruby shoots Oswald while being escorted by police, forever altering the course of history. Explore the unsettling context of mourning and conspiracy theories that swirl around this pivotal moment in American history.
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- Lee Harvey Oswald was identified as the primary suspect in Kennedy's murder due to evidence such as his movements before and after the shooting, his presence in the Texas Book Depository, and the fatal shooting of Officer Tippit.
- Jack Ruby shot Oswald in the stomach in an attempt to spare Jackie Kennedy from the trauma of a trial and to show the world that a Jew has guts, resulting in unanswered questions about potential conspiracies.
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The Assumption of Oswald's Guilt
The police quickly gather evidence against Lee Harvey Oswald after President Kennedy's assassination, including his movements before and after the shooting. They discover that Oswald had visited his wife in Irving, left his wedding ring behind, and traveled to the Texas Book Depository on the morning of the shooting. He was seen on the sixth floor shortly before the assassination and left the building afterwards. Oswald was later arrested after fatally shooting Officer Tippit and was identified as the primary suspect in Kennedy's murder.
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