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BIRTH OF A NATION, 1915. John Wilkes Booth jumps to the stage after having assassinated President Abraham Lincoln at Fords Theatre in Washington D. C. Scene from D. W. Griffiths film Birth of a Nation, 1915
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BIRTH OF A NATION, 1915. John Wilkes Booth jumps to the stage after having assassinated President Abraham Lincoln at Fords Theatre in Washington D. C. Scene from D. W. Griffiths film Birth of a Nation, 1915
BIRTH OF A NATION, 1915.
John Wilkes Booth jumps to the stage after having assassinated President Abraham Lincoln at Fords Theatre in Washington D. C.
Scene from D.W. Griffiths film Birth of a Nation, 1915
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1915 Abraham Assassination Booth Film Still Ford Griffith Jump Lincoln Mary Theatre Washington D C Wilkes Silent Movie
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This print captures a pivotal moment in American history, as John Wilkes Booth leaps onto the stage after assassinating President Abraham Lincoln at Ford's Theatre in Washington D. C. The scene is taken from D. W. Griffith's groundbreaking film "Birth of a Nation" released in 1915. In this powerful image, the intensity and chaos of the assassination are palpable. Booth's dramatic jump symbolizes the shock and audacity of his act, forever altering the course of American politics. The theatrical setting adds an eerie layer to this historical event, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. The black-and-white still showcases Griffith's mastery as a filmmaker during the silent movie era. Every detail is meticulously captured, from Mary Todd Lincoln's horrified expression to the startled faces of those witnessing this tragedy unfold before their eyes. As we gaze upon this photograph today, it serves as a reminder of how art can immortalize significant moments in our collective memory. It encapsulates not only an important chapter in American history but also highlights the power that cinema holds over our emotions and understanding of past events. This remarkable piece belongs to Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection and stands as a testament to their commitment to preserving historical images for future generations.
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