5. Booth Knew Ford’s Theatre Inside Out
As a frequent performer at Ford’s Theatre, John Wilkes Booth was intimately familiar with its layout, including the location of the presidential box and the backstage areas. This knowledge facilitated his access to the box on the night of the assassination and enabled his swift escape through a back door, leading to an alleyway where his horse awaited. Detailed analysis of Booth’s escape route is available on the National Park Service’s website (nps.gov).
