John F. Kennedy was assassinated in 1963 while serving as President of the United States. The assassination occurred on November 22, in Dallas, Texas, when Kennedy was shot while riding in a motorcade. This tragic event sent shockwaves throughout the nation and the world, leading to an outpouring of grief and international mourning. Lee Harvey Oswald was arrested for the crime and was later killed by nightclub owner Jack Ruby before he could stand trial. Kennedy's assassination had a significant impact on American politics and society, leading to a period of intense scrutiny and conspiracy theories.