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Bonus - John Wilkes Booth Part 2: Setting the Stage on The Vintage Villains Podcast with Allison Dickson
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2 months agoThis episode is a riveting deep dive into the aftermath of one of the most shocking events in American history: the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln by John Wilkes Booth. Join Jayson and Allison as they follow a harrowing journey through the escape route of a killer. From swampy hideouts to the pursuit of cavalry, uncover the motivations, the missteps, and the myths that surround Booth's final days. Get ready for a historical adventure that brings the past to life with vivid storytelling and analysis.
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