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Explore the events leading up to JFK's assassination, from his policies on Cuba to the shocking day in Dallas. Learn about Lee Harvey Oswald, the Warren Commission findings, and the enduring conspiracy theories surrounding the tragedy.
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After the Cuban Missile Crisis • 62% were unhappy with his policies on Cuba prior. • After, Kennedy’s popularity soared – Fall 1963 – 60% of public gave him high marks • Went from young, flashy, inexperienced to brave, noble leader who rescued his country from a nuclear war.
Going to Dallas • November 22, 1963 – JFK came to Dallas to mend political fences w/ Democratic party in Texas • Greeted warmly from generally conservative crowds lined on streets
Lyndon B. Johnson Sworn In on Air Force One just after Kennedy died
Lee Harvey Oswald • A Communist • Was in marines • Lived in USSR • Bored in USSR • Moved from job to job • Leading suspect in murder, FBI concluded he acted alone • Was assassinated later by Jack Ruby
Warren Commission • FBI Investigation of who killed JFK • Concluded Lee Harvey Oswald acted independently
The Conspiracies • Mafia conspiracy • Soviet Conspiracy • Cuban/CIA Conspiracy • Lyndon B. Johnson Conspiracies