John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas, on November 22, 1963. The 35th President of the United States was shot while riding in a motorcade during a visit to Texas. His assassination shocked the nation and the world, leading to widespread mourning and conspiracy theories. Kennedy had been a key figure during significant events such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and the early Civil Rights Movement. His legacy, including his rhetoric on freedom and peace, lives on, and his assassination has since been influential in U.S. politics and culture, prompting ongoing discussions about leadership and national security.