Inside the Theatre

[J. Beckert]

I think someone stated Booth fired the shot and was out of the theater in under 30 seconds. With the confusion and his hasty exit, I don't think there was time for anyone to react. Major Stewart actually got up on the stage and chased Booth. His reaction was the fastest and even he came up short and he was near the front. It was a complete shock to all who were there, I believe.