Assassination of Abraham Lincoln
John Wilkes Booth, a Confederate sympathizer, sneaks into the presidential box at Ford's Theatre and shoots President Abraham Lincoln during the performance of 'Our American Cousin'. The theater erupt
Setting
Ford's Theatre, Washington D.C., during the performance of 'Our American Cousin'. The theatre is packed with an audience of around 1,700 people, including President Lincoln and his guests in the presidential box.
Characters
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Abraham Lincoln
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A tall, gaunt man with deep-set eyes, a prominent nose, and a weathered face framed by a short, dark beard streaked with gray. His height (6'4") makes him tower over others even when seated.
John Wilkes Booth
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A well-known actor in his mid-20s, with a lean, athletic build, dark wavy hair, and piercing dark eyes. His face is clean-shaven, and his features are sharp and expressive, befitting a stage performer.
Mary Todd Lincoln
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A woman in her mid-40s with a rounded face, dark brown hair styled in a modest bun with curls framing her face, and expressive brown eyes. Her complexion is pale, with a slightly flushed appearance from the warmth of the theater. She has a delicate build, with a poised yet somewhat fragile demeanor.
Theater Patron
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A middle-aged man of average build, with a neatly trimmed beard and sideburns typical of the era. His face is pale with shock, and his eyes are wide with disbelief. His hands are slightly trembling as he clutches the armrests of his seat.
Guard
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A middle-aged man with a sturdy build, standing about 5 feet 10 inches tall. He has a weathered face with a thick mustache and short-cropped dark hair. His hands are rough, indicating years of manual labor or military service.
Dialog
John Wilkes Booth
Sic semper tyrannis! The South is avenged!
Mary Todd Lincoln
They've shot the President! Help! For God's sake, someone help us!
Abraham Lincoln
Mary... I... reckon... this is... mortal...
Theater Patron
Good heavens! The President's been shot! Stop that man!
Mary Todd Lincoln
Hold on, my dearest! The surgeon must come!
John Wilkes Booth
Thus always to tyrants! The curtain falls on this tragedy!
Theater Patron
Clear the way! Fetch a doctor immediately!
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