Sep 25, 2012 not an advert, just another speculative theory not mine. This book takes a totally different look at the facts. The shot that killed jfk, a ballistics experts astonishing discovery of the fatal bullet that oswald did not fire hardcover march 1, 1992. This book advances the absurd theory that the fatal head shot was fired accidentally by a secret service agent. The shot that killed jfk, a book premised on the work of howard donahue, a baltimore firearms expert who in 1967 began probing. Mortal error bonar menninger, first edition abebooks. The shot that killed jfk, a ballistics experts astonishing discovery. This book chronicles the day that jfk was assassinated and the aftermath of the investigation into who pulled the trigger that killed him. A ballistics experts astonishing discovery of the fatal bullet that oswald did not fire. I think in view of the material now in mortal error. The smoking gun and over 8 million other books are available for amazon kindle. Did a secret service agent accidentally shoot jfk in the head. Discuss the civil rights movement, and jfks relationship to it. The shot that killed jfk, in defense of secret service agent george hickey, who the book claims accidently fired the shot that hit kennedys head, the fatal shot.
The fallen presidents son, so enshrined in the collective memory of a. Another conspiracy theory identifies the two men who, operating separately, allegedly shot president kennedy in the crime of the century. The shot that killed jfk has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Author says friendly fire killed jfk baltimore sun. Explosive new jfk evidence never heard before part 1 of 2 show time welcome to the show.
But what separated him from other amateur sleuths, and even the warren commission experts, was a lifetimes. Secret service agent has been paid an undisclosed sum of money by the publishers of a book that claimed he fired the bullet that killed president john f. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Shooting holes in theory that a secret service agent killed president. I have always been really fascinated by the mystery of the killing of jfk. Secret service agent disputes mortal error kennedy book claim. Kennedy s secret service detail on the day of jfks assassination. Mclarens research builds on bonar menningers book mortal error. Nov 10, 20 this book advances the absurd theory that the fatal head shot was fired accidentally by a secret service agent. Like countless americans, donahue was fascinated by the events in dallas. Whilst there is a gredat deal on the ballistic details, i think you need to read all of that to understand why the author has a totally different slant on this sorry episode in history.
Discuss the two books that jfk wrote and the impact on his political career. The shot that killed jkf by bonar menniger the assassination of president john f kennedy in dallas, tx on november 22, 1963 is steeped in rumors of conspiracy. The shot that killed jfk is a 1992 nonfiction book by bonar menninger outlining a theory by sharpshooter, gunsmith, and ballistics expert howard donahue that a secret service agent accidentally fired the shot that actually killed president john f. Persons suspected by the general public include vicepresident and later president lyndon baynes johnson, the cia, the fbi, and even jackie kennedyonasis. Might sound wacko but is a far more interesting take on the event than the normal conspiracy. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. The common denominator of this book and most other theories is that the fatal head shot was not caused by oswald. A must read for any serious jfk researcher well written, comprehensive and concise.
The shot that killed jfk is a 1992 nonfiction book by bonar menninger outlining. In 1967, a baltimore man named howard donahue began investigating the assassination of president john f. Bob, nj on the single best book on the assassination by far the clearest and most concise examination of the topic if you were to read only one book on the assassination, this would have to be the one. Donahues story was taken up by a journalist, bonar menninger, who published his account in a book, mortal error. Libel suit filed over jfk shooting theory former agent assails books. Nov 21, 20 nearly 20 years ago, menninger laid out the theory in mortal error. In his reelz tv project, mclaren claims hickey was out partying the night before jfk was killed and was not qualified to use the weapon he held while riding in the. The smoking gun could be expressed far more briefly. Nearly 20 years ago, menninger laid out the theory in mortal error. These two authors, the first a gunsmith and the latter a detective, concluded that the first two shots came from oswald, with one of his shots hitting jfk in the back of the neck.
Its been called the most important 26 seconds of film in history. Donahues startling conclusion is that the fatal headshot was accidentally fired. However, the court judge in baltimore said the suit by hickey was filed too long after publication of the book. Testimony and written statements by secret service agents regarding events of november 22, 1963 appendix b. In 1992, the writer bonar menninger published the book mortal error, which publicized the theories of baltimore gunsmith howard. Best books about jfk 71 books meet your next favorite book. The shot that killed jfk, a ballistics experts astonishing discovery of the fatal bullet that oswald did not fire by bonar menninger 3. According to the official story put out by the warren commission, the fatal shot was one of three fired by lone assassin lee harvey oswald from the sixth floor of the texas school book depository. Why might it have been a blessing for jfk not to win the democratic nomination for vicepresident in 1956. Aug 15, 20 mclarens research builds on bonar menningers book mortal error. Head shotnew book claims jfks fatal shot, came from a 2nd shooter on the knoll, w a. The theory got little notice, despite a 1977 writeup in the baltimore sun and a 1992 book, mortal error. The first shot apparently missed, the second struck kennedy in the back at the base of his neck, and the third in the head from a distance of 81 m.
An accident kansas city mans book says fatal bullet was fired by a secret service agent. Watching a documentary on this now, hard to just walk away and label it ct. And always wondered there were so many inconsistencies with the investigations and the eye witness reports and total cockups by the different authorities and the warren commission the author of this book describes it as the commission of omissions. Mortal error lives on jfk assassination debate the. The godfather of sabermetrics has a novel theory on jfks. I am inclined to agree with the conclusions in the book, fatal error by donahue and mclaren published in 1992. Jfk theory alleges secret service agent fumbled gun. Donahues conclusion that although lee harvey oswald shot at and hit john f. Martins press, publisher of bonar menningers 1992 book mortal error.
Bonar menninger and baltimore gunsmith howard donahue pose the theory that the fatal shot was fired by a secret service agent by accident. The shot that killed jfk is a 1992 nonfiction book by bonar menninger describing a theory by sharpshooter, gunsmith and ballistics expert howard donahue that a secret service agent accidentally fired the shot that actually killed president john f. Kennedy on november 22, 1963, in dallas, texas appendix c. The shot that killed jfk, a book premised on the work of howard donahue, a. If you want a methodical and thorough book on the jfk assassination, i highly. Not an advert, just another speculative theory not mine. The book was legally libelous because hickey was still alive when the book was first published. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. No doubt one may have been in the school book building with the simpleton oswaldon another floor, maybe above him, and may have made the fatal shot. Kennedy, an allegation that prompted the agent to sue. Shooting holes in theory that a secret service agent. Did the book mention the fact that the hsca had a panel of photographic experts examine the.
Hickey jr, sued the author and the publisher for libel and settled out of court for a huge sum. Kennedy s life in dallas 50 years ago that ended with kennedy. Discuss the civil rights movement, and jfk s relationship to it. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. This seemingly incredible theory was revived last week by jfk. The godfather of sabermetrics has a novel theory on jfks death. The shot that killed jfk, a ballistics experts astonishing discovery of the fatal bullet that oswald did not fire isbn 10. Are there factual errors in oliver stones movie jfk. Michael griffith, who has a strong background in applied. Head shotnew book claims jfks fatal shot, came from a. Kennedy quizzes and tests you might have in school. Jan 01, 20 wow always been fascinated with everything to do with jfk and particularly his assassination.
The shot that killed jfk, which also fingers agent hickey for accidentally firing the fatal shot. The shot that killed jfk, a ballistics experts astonishing discovery of the fatal bullet that oswald did not fire by bonar menninger stay safe and healthy. But what separated him from other amateur sleuths, and even the warren commission experts, was a lifetimes experience with guns and ballistics. Shooting holes in theory that a secret service agent killed. Wow always been fascinated with everything to do with jfk and particularly his assassination. Menninger gives his narrative a sense of drama by using short paragraphs and reconstructed conversations. I read william coopers 1991 book, behold a pale horse, in 1995. The smoking gun, in 20, and in all respects, the detectives efforts significantly strengthened donahues theory that hickey fired the fatal. The shot that killed jfk second edition by menninger, bonar isbn. The documentary aired on australian and american television on november 3, 20. Thanks to everyone who came to visit us to view our products. In april, 1995, george hickey sued bonar menninger for what he said about him in his book, mortal error.
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