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Kennedy, John F

Report of the President's Commission on the Assassination of President John F. Kennedy

Description of Rifle

Found on page 81, this section provides a detailed physical description of the 6.5mm Carcano rifle identified as the weapon used in the assassination.

Expert Testimony

Starting on page 84, this section records sworn testimony from forensics and ballistics experts regarding the physical evidence collected in the case.

The Bullet Wounds

This section, located on page 85, provides an overview of the gunshot wounds sustained by President Kennedy and Governor Connally during the attack.

The President’s Head Wounds

Beginning on page 86, this section details the nature, location, and forensic analysis of the gunshot wounds to President Kennedy’s head.

The President’s Neck Wounds

Found on page 87, this section covers the analysis of the gunshot wound to President Kennedy’s neck, including entry and exit points and associated medical findings.

The Governor’s Wounds

Starting on page 92, this section documents the gunshot wounds sustained by Governor Connally, including their trajectory, impact, and medical analysis.

The Trajectory

This section, on page 96, analyzes the calculated trajectories of the bullets that struck the president and governor to determine the origin point of the shots.

Films and Tests

Also beginning on page 96, this section reviews relevant film footage of the assassination and describes tests conducted to replicate the shooting and validate trajectory findings.

The First Bullet That Hit

Found on page 97, this section analyzes the first bullet to strike a target in the presidential limousine, including its path through the president and governor, and the evidence supporting the single-bullet theory.

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