The Creepy & Intriguing Case of James Garfield [1881]

In 1881, a disgruntled office seeker fired two shots that would not only strike down a U.S. President but also expose the fatal flaws in 19th-century politics and medicine. This is the tragic true story of James A. Garfield, the 20th President of the United States, whose promising presidency was cut short after just 200 days.
This documentary explores the life of President Garfield, the twisted motivations of his assassin Charles Guiteau, and the agonizing 79-day ordeal that followed the shooting. We uncover how Garfield’s own doctors, in their desperate and unhygienic attempts to save him, ultimately sealed his fate. Discover how this national tragedy led to monumental changes in American government with the end of the "spoils system" and served as a harsh lesson for the medical world.
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