The Background of the Assassination
62 years ago, on November 22, a few gunshots in Dealey Plaza, Dallas, ended the life of the youngest president in U.S. history, John F. Kennedy. This event not only destroyed the Kennedy family's political influence but also shaped the course of Western history for decades. Over the years, male members of the Kennedy family have been mysteriously assassinated, almost wiping out the entire lineage. Some speculate that the Kennedy family provoked the interests of America’s financial elite, while others believe the military-industrial complex could not tolerate his "weakness." Another theory suggests that Kennedy’s biggest mistake was his attempt to regain control over the issuance of U.S. currency.
Today, FSFlag will analyze one of the most enigmatic presidential assassinations in American history. If you have your own insights, feel free to contact the FSFlag team.
Kennedy: A President Loved by the People, Feared by the Elites
Kennedy was arguably the most beloved modern U.S. president, admired for his charisma, youth, and vision. After taking office, he aggressively reformed outdated policies. First, he forced Congress to allocate billions in investment to the space program, vowing that the U.S. would land on the moon within a decade, surpassing the Soviet Union. He also demonstrated exceptional leadership during the 13-day Cuban Missile Crisis, simultaneously restraining domestic war hawks while diplomatically maneuvering against Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev.
At that moment, Kennedy’s popularity was at an all-time high. However, his remarkable achievements also had unintended consequences—his actions were seen as provocations by America’s most powerful financial and military groups.
The Assassination: A Day That Shook the World
On November 22, 1963, Kennedy arrived in Dallas to give a public speech as part of his re-election campaign. Escorted by security, the president’s convoy followed a pre-planned route through the city, scheduled to conclude at 12:32 PM at Dealey Plaza.
Then, the unthinkable happened. A gunshot rang out from a nearby building. With no protection in his open-top limousine, Kennedy was struck in the neck, falling back into his seat. Before the crowd could react, a second shot was fired, this time hitting Kennedy’s head, sending skull fragments flying.
The convoy immediately rushed to the nearest hospital, but according to later White House security reports, the youngest U.S. president had already died en route.
The news shocked the world. At the time, the United States was the undisputed global superpower—how could its president be assassinated on home soil? This real-life tragedy was more unbelievable than a Hollywood thriller. Yet, the strangeness of the incident did not end there.
The Mysterious Suspect: A Cover-Up?
In a matter of two hours, Dallas police arrested a suspect at record-breaking speed—Lee Harvey Oswald.
Oswald had served in the U.S. Marine Corps and had combat experience in the Vietnam War. Investigators discovered a modified sniper rifle at the scene, loaded with ammunition matching the bullet that killed Kennedy. The rifle’s position and trajectory were consistent with the fatal shot.
It seemed like an open-and-shut case. But there was a problem—Oswald claimed innocence.
Through his lawyer, Oswald publicly stated that he had nothing to do with the assassination and insisted that he was being framed as a scapegoat. However, nobody believed him at the time.
Just three days later, while being transferred from the Dallas County Jail, Oswald was shot dead in front of a crowd of reporters. His assassin was Jack Ruby, a local nightclub owner with alleged ties to organized crime.
Oswald never had the chance to provide a formal testimony, nor could investigators determine whether he acted alone or was part of a larger conspiracy. With his death, the most crucial lead in Kennedy’s murder vanished.
So, was Oswald really the shooter? Or was he just a pawn in a much larger game?
Who Wanted Kennedy Dead? Three Possible Explanations
While the truth remains elusive, three prevailing theories suggest who might have orchestrated the assassination.
1. The Military-Industrial Complex and the Vietnam War
From 1961 to 1975, the U.S. fought a prolonged and costly war in Vietnam. Despite America’s military superiority, guerrilla warfare tactics proved devastating, leading to over 50,000 U.S. casualties and a war budget exceeding $200 billion.
Even today, the Vietnam War is widely considered one of the most pointless conflicts in U.S. history. Many Americans still don’t understand why the U.S. fought so far from home.
After taking office, Kennedy sought to withdraw American troops from Vietnam, a move that directly clashed with the interests of the military-industrial complex. The U.S. defense industry thrived on war—no matter who won or lost, they always profited.
However, the military tolerated Kennedy’s decision—for a while.
2. The Cuban Missile Crisis: A Missed Opportunity for War
In 1962, the world came dangerously close to nuclear war when the Soviet Union deployed nuclear missiles to Cuba. These weapons could strike most of the U.S. mainland within minutes.
While warhawks in the U.S. pushed for an immediate military strike, Kennedy chose a diplomatic approach. Through negotiations, he reached a peaceful agreement with Khrushchev, avoiding war altogether.
This decision infuriated many in Washington. Some within the U.S. establishment believed Kennedy had betrayed American interests by preventing war.
The military-industrial complex could no longer remain silent.
3. The Battle Over U.S. Currency: Kennedy vs. the Federal Reserve
Perhaps the biggest factor leading to Kennedy’s assassination was his challenge to the Federal Reserve.
Unknown to many, the U.S. government does not control the issuance of the U.S. dollar. Instead, this power lies with the Federal Reserve, a private banking system controlled by 12 elite financial institutions.
On June 4, 1963, Kennedy signed Executive Order 11110, intending to strip the Federal Reserve of its control over the U.S. currency and transfer it back to the government.
This was an unprecedented threat to America’s financial elite. If successful, Kennedy would have severely weakened the power of Wall Street’s wealthiest families.
Less than six months later, Kennedy was dead.
Trump’s Latest Revelations
On March 18, 2025, the U.S. government released 1,123 declassified files related to Kennedy’s assassination. While many records had already been made public, historians and researchers are carefully examining the new documents for potential new evidence.
Trump’s decision to release these files has reignited global interest in the case.
What’s Your Take?
What do you think? Was Kennedy’s assassination the work of a lone gunman, or was it orchestrated by powerful elites?
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