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Why was Mary Surratt not photographed after her arrest?
09-14-2013, 01:10 PM
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RE: Why was Mary Surratt not photographed after her arrest?
Eva, I do not know all the votes, but I do not think Booth was ever embalmed. I have read the remains were in pretty poor shape by 1869 with the head having become detached. Also, I think all books I have read say Parker was either next door drinking or in Ford's in a seat where he could watch the play. As far as I know there is no known statement from him saying exactly where he was at the very moment the shot was fired.

Eva, I should add that some of the top historians feel Parker's assignment that night was more to accompany Lincoln to the theater, not to guard him during the play itself. Personally, I do not agree. My gut tells me Parker blew it.
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RE: Why was Mary Surratt not photographed after her arrest? - RJNorton - 09-14-2013 01:10 PM

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