Death by Lightning: Revisiting a Historic Assassination
The Netflix show Death by Lightning centers on the life and tragic death of former US President James Garfield. It starts as a story of political success but quickly unfolds into a narrative of obsession, madness, and a crime that shocked the nation.
James Garfield's Rise to Presidency
At the 1880 Republican National Convention, delegates were deeply divided, requiring 36 ballots to choose a nominee. One attendee, an Ohio congressman and former farmer, had come only to support another candidate. However, when he addressed the crowd, his speech was so powerful it turned the tide, leading to his nomination. Within months, this reluctant politician was sworn in as the 20th President of the United States, with Chester Arthur as his vice president.
James Garfield was elected as the 20th President of the United States in 1880.
Image courtesy: whitehousehistory.org
Summary
Author's note: This series offers a compelling look at James Garfield's brief presidency and the dramatic events leading to his assassination that altered American history.
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