Historical Events tagged with "president kennedy"

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Crime & Law

Lee Harvey Oswald Killed on Live Television

November 24th, 1963 61 years ago

Lee Harvey Oswald, the accused assassin of President John F. Kennedy, was shot and killed by nightclub owner Jack Ruby while being transferred from the Dallas police station to the county jail. This incident occurred in the basement of the Dallas Police Department and was broadcast live to millions of viewers. The shocking moment unfolded just two days after Kennedy's assassination, capturing the attention of a fearful and grieving nation. Jack Ruby claimed he acted out of outrage over Kennedy's murder, compelling him to take justice into his own hands.

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