The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin (2007)

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Though the end of the United States Civil War gave the nation much to celebrate, there were nonetheless those unpleased with the North's victory, the key example, perhaps, being John Wilkes Booth. Eager to declare one definitive "victory" for the South, Booth shot and killed President Abraham Lincoln in front of thousands of witnesses. However, despite one of the largest manhunts in US history, Booth was able to evade capture for nearly two weeks. This program offers an in-depth look at exactly how Booth nearly escaped successfully after assassinating the President of the United States.

Director: Mike Loades
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 50 min
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Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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What is The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin about?
Though the end of the United States Civil War gave the nation much to celebrate, there were nonetheless those unpleased with the North's victory, the key example, perhaps, being John Wilkes Booth. Eager to declare one definitive "victory" for the South, Booth shot and killed President Abraham Lincoln in front of thousands of witnesses. However, despite one of the largest manhunts in US history, Booth was able to evade capture for nearly two weeks. This program offers an in-depth look at exactly how Booth nearly escaped successfully after assassinating the President of the United States.
Who directed The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin?
The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin was directed by Mike Loades.
Who stars in The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin?
The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin stars Bruce Blauer.
How long is The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin?
The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
What genre is The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin?
The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin is a Documentary film.
Where was The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin produced?
The Hunt for Lincoln's Assassin was produced in United States of America.