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The Hunt for John Wilkes Booth (History Channel)

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I just watched the premiere tonight and really enjoyed it. The two-hour documentary was based on the highly acclaimed Michael Kauffman book, American Brutus: John Wilkes Booth and the Lincoln Conspiracies. I found it both educational and entertaining, narrating the events of President Lincoln's assassination and the thrilling 12-day manhunt for Booth and co-conspirator, David E. Herold. The overall presentation was excellent. The reenactments were well-done. There was great music and wonderful images. Indeed, it was a captivating and suspenseful account of this immortal character in American history. Highly recommended!

This program, based on Michael Kauffman's award-winning book, American Brutus, gives an excellent overview of the events that took place after the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. Mr. Kauffman's thorough research for over 40 years is evident in his book, and it is an education to hear him telling the story on this video. I had the pleasure of going with him on one of his John Wilkes Booth escape route tours. His knowledge and attention to detail are unsurpassed. I enjoyed it very much and I recommend this video DVD to anyone who wants to know more about this terrible period in our country's history.

i really enjoy this production. i have watched it several times. it hits all of the salient points of interest with regards to the events leading up to the lincoln assassination. it takes us on the escape route, capture (arrests and death of assassins) and covers the trial well enough to have a clear understanding of everything that occurred. it is, however, very forgiving of dr mudd, and pretends that he didnt know that he was aiding and abetting, as well as nursing john wilkes booth, which i find very hard to accept.

Finally! A well detailed and interesting story of John Wilkes Booth's flight. This one, as opposed to others, is well paced and does not spend endless time on insignificant issues. The people interviewed are knowledgeable and the narrator keeps things moving along. This is a must see for anybody who studies the Lincoln Assassination.

Nothing new in the video for anyone who has studied the events, but it is enjoyable to view the hunt for Booth.

we received the dvd promptly and when we watched it there were no glitches and the picture was clear. As for the documentary, it was very interesting. I am not a history buff but I found it to be informative and it kept my interest. Very well done.