The story of the Confederate Secret Service's attempts to disrupt the election of 1864 and kidnap Abraham Lincoln, highlighting the complex web of espionage, sabotage, and counter-insurgency that defined the American Civil War. [... more]

James Swanson, author of Manhunt, delves into the aftermath of Abraham Lincoln's assassination, exploring the events leading up to the tragic event and the 12-day manhunt for John Wilkes Booth, the man responsible for Lincoln's death. Swanson sheds light on Booth's motivations, his charismatic personality, and the impact of his actions on American history. [... more]

The assassination of President Abraham Lincoln at Ford's Theatre on Good Friday, April 14th, 1865, is a pivotal moment in American history. Chief A.C. Richards recounts the events of that fateful night, including the president's final moments and the subsequent manhunt for John Wilkes Booth, who sought to save the country by assassinating a tyrant. [... more]

President Abraham Lincoln's final days were marked by a sense of happiness and renewal, but ultimately ended in tragedy with his assassination at Ford's Theater by John Wilkes Booth. Historian James Swanson explores the events leading up to the fateful night and the impact of Lincoln's death on the nation. [... more]

The city of Boston surprisingly welcomed Edwin Booth, the brother of infamous assassin John Wilkes Booth, after the president's murder in 1865. Edwin's roots in Boston ran deep, and he found an unlikely refuge in the city's theatrical community, eventually building a summer resort and settling among the Brahmins on Beacon Hill. [... more]

Mary Surratt, a woman from southern Maryland, played a pivotal role in the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. As the owner of a tavern and a post office, she was involved in a spy network against the United States. Her son, John Surratt, was also part of the network and was involved in the kidnapping plot of Lincoln. The plot was foiled, but John Wilkes Booth, a famous actor and Confederate sympathizer, went ahead with the assassination. Mary Surratt was arrested, tried, and hanged for her role in the conspiracy, becoming the first woman to be executed by the US government. [... more]

President Abraham Lincoln's final days were marked by a sense of happiness and renewal, but also by the plotting of his assassin, John Wilkes Booth. On the night of April 14, 1865, Booth shot Lincoln at Ford's Theatre, sparking one of the largest manhunts in American history. [... more]

Edwin Booth, a renowned actor, found unexpected refuge in Boston after his brother John Wilkes Booth's assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. Despite the city's grief, Edwin's popularity endured, and he eventually returned to the stage, with his brother Junius finding a comfortable niche in the city's theatrical community. [... more]

The Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, is facing criticism from conservatives for his handling of Ukraine aid and border security. Some are questioning his commitment to Christian values, citing his support for legislation that funds late-term abortions and transgender propaganda. Meanwhile, anti-Semitic protests are breaking out on university campuses across the country, with some students calling for the death of Jewish professors. The issue has sparked a debate about the role of Christianity in public life and the need for Christians to stand up against anti-Semitism. [... more]

James Swanson, author of Manhunt, shares the story of Abraham Lincoln's assassination and its aftermath, delving into the motivations of John Wilkes Booth and the 12-day chase for the killer. Swanson explores how Booth's actions have been romanticized in American memory, and how Lincoln's legacy continues to shape the country's history. [... more]

President Abraham Lincoln's final days were marked by a renewed sense of happiness and hope, but ultimately ended in tragedy with his assassination at Ford's Theatre by John Wilkes Booth. Lincoln's life and legacy are explored through the eyes of historian James Swanson, who reveals the complexities of the president's character and the motivations of his killer. [... more]

Chief AC Richards recounts his eyewitness account of the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln at Ford's Theater on Good Friday, April 14th, 1865, and the subsequent manhunt for John Wilkes Booth, who was eventually caught and killed 12 days later. [... more]

President Abraham Lincoln's final days were marked by a sense of happiness and renewal, but ultimately ended in tragedy with his assassination at Ford's Theatre by John Wilkes Booth. Lincoln's life and legacy are a testament to his commitment to ending the Civil War and preserving the Union. [... more]

The city of Boston's complex relationship with the Booth family is revealed as Edwin Booth, a renowned actor, navigates the aftermath of his brother John Wilkes' assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. Despite the family's ties to the Confederacy, Boston's abolitionist community rallies around Edwin, and he finds an unlikely refuge in the city, eventually returning to the stage and building a life among the city's elite. [... more]

A.C. Richards, the chief of police for Washington, D.C., witnessed the assassination of Abraham Lincoln at Ford's Theatre on Good Friday in 1865. He recounts the events of that fateful night, from the president's arrival to the aftermath of the shooting, and the subsequent manhunt for John Wilkes Booth. [... more]

The city of Boston surprisingly welcomed Edwin Booth, brother of the infamous assassin John Wilkes Booth, after Lincoln's assassination, and he found refuge and even success in the city's theatrical community, while his brother's family faced persecution and exile. [... more]

Abraham Lincoln's final days were marked by a sense of happiness and renewal, as he celebrated the end of the Civil War and the nation's rebirth. However, his life was cut short by the assassination at Ford's Theatre, carried out by John Wilkes Booth, a 26-year-old actor with a history of hatred for the president and a desire for eternal fame. [... more]

Abraham Lincoln's life on the morning of April 14th, 1865, was marked by triumph and happiness, having won the war and destroyed slavery. Meanwhile, John Wilkes Booth, a 26-year-old actor, was building up to a climax to strike against Lincoln, fueled by his hatred and desire for eternal fame. The story of Lincoln's assassination and its aftermath is a complex and intriguing one, filled with missed chances, luck, and irony. [... more]

Mary Surratt, a woman from a modest plantation family, became embroiled in the Civil War and the plot to kill President Abraham Lincoln. Her son John Surratt was involved in the Confederate spy network, and she helped him with his activities. John Wilkes Booth, a famous actor, hatched a plan to kidnap and ransom Lincoln, but it was foiled, leading him to assassinate the president instead. Mary Surratt was arrested, tried, and hanged for her role in the conspiracy, but her son John escaped and lived in hiding for many years. [... more]

A.C. Richards, the chief of police for Washington, D.C. in 1865, witnessed the assassination of Abraham Lincoln at Ford's Theatre. He recounts the events of that fateful night, including the president's final moments and the manhunt that followed. [... more]

The story of Abraham Lincoln's assassination and the subsequent manhunt for John Wilkes Booth, told through the eyes of James Swanson, author of Manhunt, the 12-day chase for Lincoln's killer. Lincoln's life and death are examined, as well as the motivations and actions of Booth and his co-conspirators. [... more]

The city of Boston surprisingly welcomed Edwin Booth, the brother of infamous assassin John Wilkes Booth, after Lincoln's assassination, showcasing the city's complex and nuanced response to the tragic event. [... more]

The story of the world's only umbrella cover museum, founded by Nancy 3 Hoffman, and the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, told through the eyes of his killer, John Wilkes Booth, in the book Manhunt, the 12-day chase for Lincoln's killer, by James Swanson. [... more]