A History of Shootings of US Presidents and Candidates Through the Ages
Throughout American history, several presidents and presidential candidates have faced assassination attempts. These tragic events have left an indelible mark on the nation's political landscape, underscoring the dangers those in the highest offices face. Here is a historical overview of some significant shootings of U.S. presidents and candidates.Abraham Lincoln (1865)The first successful assassination of a U.S. president occurred on April 14, 1865. President Abraham Lincoln was attending a play at Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C., when John Wilkes Booth, a Confederate sympathizer, shot him in the back of the head. Read More