Testing Joe Rogan‘s JFK Bullet Theory

Published on November 22, 2021
Duration: 17:29

Brandon Herrera, leveraging his expertise in firearms and historical testing, conducts a 'backyard science' experiment to test the JFK 'magic bullet' theory using a 6.5 Carcano. The video details the process of firing the rifle into ballistic dummies and water jugs to compare bullet deformation, offering insights into terminal ballistics and the complexities of the assassination's ballistics. Herrera's high authority in the firearms community is evident through his technical approach and knowledge of historical firearms and forensic evidence.

Quick Summary

Firearms instructor Brandon Herrera tests the JFK 'magic bullet' theory using a 6.5 Carcano rifle. The experiment involved firing the rifle into ballistic dummies and water jugs to analyze bullet deformation, revealing unpredictable ballistics where a skull impact resulted in less deformation than a water-only impact.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Joe Rogan's Post
  2. 01:24Clarifying the Magic Bullet Theory
  3. 02:13Ballistics and Water Jug Test Setup
  4. 03:346.5 Carcano Power Demonstration
  5. 04:49Capturing a Pristine Bullet
  6. 07:08Ballistic Skull Test Setup
  7. 08:51First Skull Test Attempt
  8. 11:13Second Skull Test and Bullet Recovery
  9. 12:01Bullet Comparison and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle was allegedly used in the JFK assassination and tested in the video?

The video tests the JFK 'magic bullet' theory using a Model 38 Carcano rifle, the same model allegedly used by Lee Harvey Oswald during the assassination. The test focuses on the ballistics of its 6.5x52mm caliber ammunition.

How did the 6.5 Carcano bullet's deformation compare in the test?

Surprisingly, a 6.5 Carcano bullet fired only through water jugs showed more deformation than a bullet that passed through a ballistic skull before hitting water jugs, highlighting unpredictable ballistics.

What is the 'Magic Bullet' theory in the context of the JFK assassination?

The 'Magic Bullet' theory, specifically referencing Commission Exhibit 399, posits that a single bullet caused multiple wounds to both President John F. Kennedy and Governor John Connally, a trajectory and effect questioned in the video.

What tools were used in Brandon Herrera's JFK bullet theory test?

Brandon Herrera used a Model 38 Carcano rifle, PPU 6.5x52mm Full Metal Jacket ammunition, a Ballistic Dummy Labs synthetic human skull, and multiple water jugs to capture projectiles for analysis.

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