The Impact of Ronald Reagan's Assassination Attempt on American Society

The last time an American president was injured in an assassination attempt was 43 years ago, when 25-year-old John Hinckley Jr. shot President ... On January 20, 1981, Reagan took office. Only 69 days later he was shot by a would-be assassin, but quickly recovered and returned to duty. His grace and wit ... Hinckley, now 67, shot Reagan as the president was exiting a Washington hotel on March 30, 1981. It's been four decades since the attempt on President Ronald Reagan's life. News4's Pat Collins looks back on March 30, 1981: the day that ... On March 30, 1981, President Ronald Reagan was shot while leaving a speaking engagement at the Washington Hilton Hotel in Washington, DC. Secret Service agent Tim McCarthy takes bullets intended for President Ronald Reagan, March 30,. Richard Drew/AP Secret Service agent Tim ... How American presidents have planned their own funerals ·

Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, has died ; John Hinckley, who shot Reagan, ... Hinckley Jr. attempted to assassinate Reagan outside the Washington Hilton Hotel on March 30, 1981, just two months into the new president's term. Reagan nearly ... President Reagan greets onlookers moments before the shooting begins. President Reagan greets onlookers just seconds before Hinkley opens fire. Press ... On March 30, 1981, John Hinckley Jr. opened fire at former President Ronald Reagan and his staff. Found not guilty by reason of insanity, ...