Presidential Assassinations

Political violence has shaped American history, including multiple attempts on U.S. presidents. Examine failed attempts on Andrew Jackson, Theodore Roosevelt, Harry S. Truman, Gerald Ford, and Ronald Reagan, as well as the assassinations of Abraham Lincoln, James Garfield, William McKinley, and John F. Kennedy. Explore the events, motives, and lasting impact of these incidents, including conspiracy theories surrounding Lincoln and Kennedy. Consider how these moments altered history and the nation’s political landscape. Note: Due to the sensitive nature of this topic, some content may be graphic.