Booth's escape route

Booth's escape route refers to the path taken by John Wilkes Booth after he assassinated President Abraham Lincoln on April 14, 1865. After the assassination, Booth fled Ford's Theatre and traveled southward through Washington, D.C., crossing into Maryland and then Virginia. He aimed to evade capture and reach safety, eventually hiding in a barn in Virginia. This route highlights the chaos and tension of the post-assassination period, as authorities launched a massive manhunt for Booth, who was ultimately found and killed days later. The escape route remains a significant aspect of American history.