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The Life, Crime and Capture of John Wilkes Booth

By: George Alfred Townsend
Narrated by: Erik Sellin
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Summary

This fascinating account was written as the events of Lincoln's assassination unfolded, and contains insight into the chaos that surrounded it. Included are interesting details of Booth and his motives, the manhunt, as well as the speedy trial and execution of the conspirators, including the first ever woman executed by the federal government, Mary Surratt.

Public Domain (P)2009 Classic CD Books
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