James A. Garfield Assassination

Updated April 7, 2026

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The Assassination of President Garfield
Jul 2, 2025
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July 2, 1881. President James A.... July 2, 1881. President James A. Garfield is fatally wounded in a shooting at a Washington train station. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser. Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily. Show moreShow less

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The Forgotten Life & Tragic Death of President James Garfield | A Conversation with ‘Death by Lightning’ Creator Mike Makowsky
Nov 3, 2025
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November 3, 1880. Congressman James Garfield wakes up on his quiet farm in Ohio to learn that he’s been elected President of the United States.... November 3, 1880. Congressman James Garfield wakes up on his quiet farm in Ohio to learn that he’s been elected President of the United States. He never campaigned to be on the ticket. He never wanted the presidency. But the nation, weary of corruption and hungry for reform, has chosen him to lead. But four months after taking office, Garfield will be shot by a man who believes he’s owed a government position. And the president’s short, remarkable life will end in tragedy. This week, we’re talking with writer and showrunner Mike Makowsky, creator of the new Netflix series Death by Lightning, about the extraordinary story of America’s forgotten president. How did Garfield rise from poverty to the presidency? What might he have achieved if he’d lived? And what does his assassination reveal about political violence, then and now? Death by Lightning releases on Netflix on November 6th. It’s an adaptation of Destiny of the Republic by Candace Millard, which we also consulted for this episode. -- Get in touch: historythisweek@history.com Follow on Instagram: @historythisweek Follow on Facebook: ⁠HISTORY This Week Podcast⁠ To stay updated: http://historythisweekpodcast.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices Show moreShow less

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James A. Garfield: Shot down
May 23, 2016
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Only 100 days into office, President Garfield was shot down in a train station by a disturbed office seeker. 'Destiny of the Republic' author Candice Millard, along with Michelle Krowl of the Library of Congress, examine the life cut short.

Story of Garfield

William Gunion Rutherford

Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less

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09 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less
10 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less
11 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less
12 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less
13 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less
14 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less
15 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less
16 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less
17 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less
18 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less
19 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less
20 - Story of Garfield by William Gunion Rutherford
Aug 19, 2025
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Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U. S.... Dive into the remarkable yet brief life of the 20th U.S. President, James A. Garfield. Raised by his widowed mother and elder brother on a modest Ohio farm, Garfields journey to the presidency is one of resilience and ambition. Elected to Congress in 1862 as the Representative for Ohios 19th District, he later ascended to the Senate in 1880. Tragically, his presidency lasted only 200 daysâÃÃ®from March 4, 1881, until September 19, 1881âÃÃ®cut short by an assassins bullet from Charles J. Guiteau on July 2, 1881. Join us as we explore the life and legacy of this often-overlooked leader. (Summary by Wikipedia and wtomcho) Show moreShow less

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