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About Charles J. Guiteau
Charles J. Guiteau was a lawyer and writer who became notorious for killing US President James A. Garfield in 1881. He was an American disillusioned office seeking with messianic delusions.
Why did Charles J. Guiteau assassinate James A. Garfield?
Guiteau, known to be self-centered, thought he earned opportunities and rewards of consulship for his role in the president’s electoral victory and his administration had turned down all of his bids to serve in Paris or Vienna, so the grieving Guiteau decided to assassinate the president.
How did he do it?
He shot him with a British bulldog revolver twice in the back and later attempted to escape but was apprehended by a massive crowd. The president was seriously wounded, and after two months, he died from diseases caused by his wounds.
Charles J. Guiteau’s reasons for the murder
He claimed he murdered the President because of his treachery, and that what he did was "political necessity," not murder. Guiteau was found guilty of the crime and was given the death penalty, which he received two days before the one-year anniversary of the killing.
Family
He was married to Annie Bunn from 1869 to 1874
He was born to Jane August née Howe and Luther Wilson Guiteau.
Alma mater
- University of Michigan
- Pioneer High School
Trivia
He was widely assumed to be suffering from a severe mental disorder, which is why he committed the terrible crime.
He is of French Huguenot heritage.
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F.A.Q. about Charles J. Guiteau
When is his birthday?
Charles J. Guiteau's birthday is on September 8, 1841.
In how many days is his birthday?
Charles' birthday is in 137 days
How old was Charles when he died?
He was 40 years old.
When did he die?
He died in June 30, 1882.
How old would he be today?
Charles J. Guiteau would be 182 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Charles from?
He was born in Freeport, Illinois, U.S..