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Lewis Powell’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Lewis Powell, Unknown
Who Was Lewis Powell?
Lewis Thornton Powell was an American Confederate soldier who attempted to assassinate William Henry Seward as part of the Lincoln assassination plot. Wounded at the Battle of Gettysburg, he later served in Mosby's Rangers before working with the Confederate Secret Service in Maryland.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Lewis Powell's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Lewis Powell (Lincoln assassination conspirator) was hanged July 7, 1865. Contemporary newspaper accounts report his last words were 'Mrs. Surratt is innocent,' not this phrase.
Sources
- archive Trial records - Lincoln assassination conspirators
Legacy
Lewis Powell's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Lewis Powell’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Lewis Powell die?
Lewis Powell died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Lewis Powell’s last words documented?
Lewis Powell (Lincoln assassination conspirator) was hanged July 7, 1865. Contemporary newspaper accounts report his last words were 'Mrs. Surratt is innocent,' not this phrase.
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