Why Was Abraham Lincoln Assassinated?

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John Wilkes Booth, a Confederate sympathizer, assassinated Abraham Lincoln because he opposed Lincoln's efforts to end slavery and reunite the nation.

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UnifyingSlum·3 months ago

Lincoln’s assassination was driven by John Wilkes Booth’s extreme beliefs; he wanted to avenge the South’s loss in the Civil War. Simple as that.

CarryingTree·3 months ago

Booth was furious over the South's loss and Lincoln's support for African American rights. So, he decided to take tragic action.

ReoccuringRace·3 months ago

Because he couldn't stand Lincoln’s progress towards ending slavery and his vision for a united nation.

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