John F. Kennedy assassination conspiracy theories

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John F. Kennedy Assassination Conspiracy Theories

The assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, in Dallas, Texas, has been the subject of numerous conspiracy theories. These theories suggest that there was more than one shooter involved in the assassination or that there was a larger conspiracy behind the event.

Background[edit | edit source]

President John F. Kennedy was shot and killed while riding in a motorcade through Dealey Plaza in Dallas. The official investigation by the Warren Commission concluded that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone in assassinating the President. However, this conclusion has been challenged by various conspiracy theories over the years.

Theories[edit | edit source]

Several conspiracy theories have emerged regarding the assassination of President Kennedy. Some of the most prominent theories include:

Multiple Shooters[edit | edit source]

One of the most common conspiracy theories is that there were multiple shooters involved in the assassination. Proponents of this theory point to inconsistencies in the official investigation and eyewitness accounts that suggest more than one gunman.

CIA Involvement[edit | edit source]

Another popular theory is that the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) was involved in the assassination. Some believe that the CIA orchestrated the assassination to prevent Kennedy from making changes to U.S. foreign policy.

Mafia Connection[edit | edit source]

There is also a theory that the Mafia was involved in the assassination. This theory suggests that organized crime figures were behind the plot to kill President Kennedy.

Cuban Government[edit | edit source]

Some conspiracy theories claim that the Cuban government, led by Fidel Castro, was involved in the assassination. This theory is based on Kennedy's strained relationship with Cuba and the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Despite the numerous conspiracy theories surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the official investigation by the Warren Commission stands as the official account of the events. However, the debate and speculation surrounding the assassination continue to this day.


Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD