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Rochester NH History Podcast: John Wilkes Booth’s connection to Rochester, New Hampshire

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Matt Wyatt
John Wilkes Booth

In 1865, John Wilkes Booth etched his name into infamy by assassinating President Abraham Lincoln. But few know that this defining moment in American history has a surprising connection to Rochester, New Hampshire. This episode of the Rochester History Podcast explores the unexpected link involving a prominent U.S. senator from Rochester and a possible political cover-up that hints at deeper intrigue behind the assassination.

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