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Ripley’sIs this the gun that killed Lincoln? Once owned by John Wilkes Booth, this derringer was found at Ford’s Theatre after the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. For years, people believed it was the murder weapon, until testing over a century later revealed it was likely Booth’s backup gun. We’re putting a spotlight on our Americana exhibits for America’s 250th birthday! Stay turned to dive deeper into our collection. #Ripleys #BION #RipleysBelieveItorNot #america250
On the profile · Apr 6, 14:20