Diddy Didn't Do It ... But He Could Have | Who Killed JFK? — GMP #234

Published on May 24, 2024
Duration: 40:38

This episode of the Guns Magazine podcast features a group discussion analyzing the firearms aspects of the JFK assassination. Host Brent Wheat, along with editors Tom McHale and Eric Ghouse, discuss the feasibility of the shots fired from the Texas School Book Depository. They detail the Carcano rifle used, its specifications, and the ballistics of the 6.5x52mm round. The discussion emphasizes that with basic rifle training, making the shots at the given distance and speed is plausible, debunking common conspiracy arguments based on perceived difficulty.

Quick Summary

Experts analyze the JFK assassination's firearms aspects, detailing the Italian Carcano M91/38 rifle and its 6.5x52mm ammunition. They conclude that the shots, fired from 56-88 yards at a moving target in under 6 seconds, were feasible for a shooter with basic training, challenging common conspiracy narratives.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction to JFK Assassination Discussion
  2. 01:12Focus on the Shooting and Gun
  3. 01:39Welcome to the Podcast Guests
  4. 01:55Episode Title: Diddy Didn't Do It
  5. 03:11The Genesis of the Episode: Dealey Plaza Visit
  6. 04:50What Actually Happened on November 22nd
  7. 06:16Recounting the Events of November 22nd, 1963
  8. 07:51The Basics: Distance and Speed
  9. 08:27The Rifle: Italian Carcano M91/38
  10. 10:14Ammunition Details: 6.5x52mm Military Round
  11. 10:47Feasibility of the Shots
  12. 11:13Tom McHale's Perspective on Timeframes
  13. 12:23The Role of the 4x Optic
  14. 12:57Eric Ghouse's Law Enforcement and Combat Experience
  15. 13:44Dealey Plaza: A Straight Line View
  16. 14:45Bullet Behavior and Wound Ballistics
  17. 15:41Addressing the Magic Bullet Theory
  18. 17:05Reaction to the Bullet Strike: The Zapruder Film
  19. 17:53Grassy Knoll Theory Debunked
  20. 19:07Firearms Perspective: Feasibility
  21. 19:33The Number of Shots: Witness Discrepancies
  22. 20:22Thoughts on Multiple Shooters and Shots
  23. 22:49Deep Dive into Investigations and Forensics
  24. 23:221963 Forensics vs. Today
  25. 24:28Moving Crime Scene and Video Technology
  26. 25:24Discrepancies Between Agencies
  27. 27:31Inter-Agency Rivalries and Information Sharing
  28. 29:32Coordination and Communication Challenges in 1963
  29. 30:15The Feasibility of the Sequence of Events
  30. 30:35The Conspiracy Industry and Financial Interests
  31. 31:05Conspiracy Theories: Magic Bullet and Shot Count
  32. 32:26Occam's Razor and Feasibility
  33. 33:13The First Shot: Unlimited Time
  34. 33:38Everyday Examples: Clay Targets and Rifles
  35. 34:02Hunting Range Comparison: Turkey and Deer
  36. 34:42Jack Ruby Shooting Lee Harvey Oswald
  37. 35:49Jack Ruby's Appearance and Access
  38. 36:30AI and Costume Possibilities
  39. 37:10The Famous Meme Photo
  40. 37:33Conclusion: The Shooting Wasn't Spectacular
  41. 38:01Final Thoughts and Viewer Engagement
  42. 39:11Appreciation for Expert Opinions
  43. 40:03Closing Remarks and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle was used in the JFK assassination?

The rifle used in the JFK assassination was an Italian Carcano M91/38 bolt-action rifle. It was chambered in 6.5x52mm Italian and equipped with a 4x18 scope. Lee Harvey Oswald ordered it via mail order.

How feasible were the shots fired during the JFK assassination?

Experts suggest the shots were feasible for someone with basic rifle training. The distance was between 56-88 yards, the limousine moved at 7-11 mph, and the total firing time was under 6 seconds, making it a plausible scenario for a trained shooter.

What are the specifications of the 6.5x52mm Carcano round?

The 6.5x52mm military round is a 160-grain, round-nose, rimless bottleneck cartridge. It has a bullet diameter of 6.7mm, a muzzle velocity of approximately 2,300 feet per second, and generates about 1,000 foot-pounds of energy.

Why do experts believe the 'magic bullet' theory is plausible?

The 'magic bullet' theory is considered plausible because bullets can behave unpredictably after impacting flesh, bone, or other materials. The trajectory of the bullet that struck Governor Connally and Kennedy is consistent with these complex interactions.

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