Document from Apr. 29, 1865

Telegram of F.A. Parker, April 29, 1865

  • Full Title

    United States Military Telegraph of F.A. Parker to Senr. Naval Officer, Pt. Lookout, April 29, 1865

  • Description

    States, "Inform Capt. Davis of the 'Sassacus' that Booth [John Wilkes Booth] & Harold [David Herold] have been captured. Booth was killed. . . ."

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    This item is in the public domain.

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    Parker, F. A.. "United States Military Telegraph of F.A. Parker to Senr. Naval Officer, Pt. Lookout, April 29, 1865". . Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed March 28, 2024. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/667