The Assassination of John F. Kennedy: A Complete History

The assassination of John F. Kennedy occurred on November 22, 1963, in Dallas, Texas, when President Kennedy was shot and killed while riding in a motorcade. Lee Harvey Oswald was identified as the gunman, though many theories and controversies surround the event. The tragedy profoundly impacted America, leading to Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson becoming president. Investigations, including the Warren Commission, concluded Oswald acted alone, but debates and conspiracy theories persist. The event marked a pivotal moment in U.S. history, symbolizing both political change and national trauma.