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President Jackson Escapes AssassinationJanuary 31, 1835, President Andrew Jackson was almost assassinated by Richard Lawrence. Luckily for the President, the gun mis-fired twice before Lawrence was disarmed. This was the first assassination attempt of a President.09:49 PM # |
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