JFK - A Case Still Open
The Assassination of John F. Kennedy
The assassination of John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, was a watershed moment in American history. The event sent shockwaves across the nation and sparked a wave of conspiracy theories that persist to this day.
The Warren Commission
In the aftermath of the assassination, President Lyndon B. Johnson established the Warren Commission to investigate the circumstances surrounding Kennedy's death. The commission concluded that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone in shooting Kennedy and that there was no evidence of a conspiracy.
Controversy and Conspiracy Theories
However, the Warren Commission's findings have been met with skepticism and controversy over the years. Critics have pointed to inconsistencies in the evidence, discrepancies in witness testimony, and the possibility that Oswald was not the sole gunman.
New Evidence and Investigations
Over the years, new evidence has emerged and independent investigations have been conducted in an attempt to shed light on the assassination. These investigations have raised further questions about the circumstances and motives behind Kennedy's death.
The House Select Committee on Assassinations
In 1976, the House Select Committee on Assassinations (HSCA) was established to investigate the assassination of Kennedy. The HSCA concluded that Oswald likely did not act alone and that there was a conspiracy involving multiple individuals.
The Open Question of "Who Killed JFK?"
Despite the investigations and evidence accumulated over the years, the question of who killed JFK remains an open one. While the Warren Commission's findings continue to be the official explanation, alternative theories and conspiracy theories abound.
The Legacy of JFK's Assassination
The assassination of John F. Kennedy cast a long shadow over American history. It shattered the nation's sense of innocence and led to a profound loss of trust in government. The legacy of the assassination continues to shape American politics and culture to this day.
