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Killing Lincoln: The Shocking Assassination That Changed America Forever
by Bill O'Reilly, Martin Dugard
Initially, I slogged through this book. The first part of the book focused heavily on military strategy and the last few days of the Civil War, which didn't interest me that much. But soon, the war ended and then much of the book focused on Lincoln's and Booth's race toward each other and Ford's Theater. I was also interested in the aftermath of the assassination.
I learned so many things in this book. I can't believe there was no fence around the White House and that anyone could wander in or that people slept in the White House hallways waiting to speak to Lincoln. I also can't believe that that bodyguard who left Lincoln vulnerable at the theater never was punished for his derelict of duty!!!
This book has also piqued my interest in learning more about Mary Lincoln.
I learned so many things in this book. I can't believe there was no fence around the White House and that anyone could wander in or that people slept in the White House hallways waiting to speak to Lincoln. I also can't believe that that bodyguard who left Lincoln vulnerable at the theater never was punished for his derelict of duty!!!
This book has also piqued my interest in learning more about Mary Lincoln.