Sic Semper Tyrannis 86

Besides that, Mrs. Lincoln, how was the show? President Abraham Lincoln sat down to enjoy a play at Ford’s Theatre, but the night took a deadly turn. Enter John Wilkes Booth: actor, Confederate sympathizer, and America’s most infamous assassin. In this episode of Quick and Dirty History, we break down the shocking events of Lincoln’s assassination, Booth’s escape, the conspiracy behind the plot, and how this moment altered the course of U.S. history. Buckle up—this one ends with a bang!

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Sic Semper Tyrannis 86 is an episode from Quick and Dirty History by Patrick Brooks.

This episode is 7:07 long.

This episode was published on Feb 20, 2025.

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