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"Fondly do we hope..." Viewing from the stands was famous Actor John Wilkes Booth.
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The North was celebrating the fall and surrender of Richmond, Virginia. They celebrated with cannons, parades, and bonfires.
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Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrendered to Union General Grant at Appotamox.
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From the Executive Mansion President Lincoln asks a band to play the song "Dixie" To celebrate the victory of the Civil War.
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Thousands of people gathered at the Executive Mansion Driveway with banners and bands to celebrate the big news.
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Public buildings and private homes glowed from candles, torchlights, gaslights, and fireworks.
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John Wilkes Booth awoke depressed. It was Good Friday morning and the Confederacy was dead.
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Booth is shot at the Garrett's farm by soldiers in the neck after the barn is set on fire. He says his last words and dies. After his pockets are emptied, he is transported back to Washington.
