S3·E6 Insanity on Trial
Synopsis
On July 2, 1881, Charles Julius Guiteau shot and fatally wounded President James A. Garfield in the lobby of the Baltimore & Potomac train station in Washington, D.C. As sensational as the assassination itself was, Guiteau's trial lasted over three months and became a very public battle over the meaning of insanity. Was it hereditary? Did it show on a man's face?
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 3 Episode 6 of American Experience air?
Season 3, Episode 6 ('Insanity on Trial') originally aired on October 29, 1990.
How long is Season 3 Episode 6 ('Insanity on Trial')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for American Experience.
What happens in American Experience Season 3 Episode 6?
On July 2, 1881, Charles Julius Guiteau shot and fatally wounded President James A. Garfield in the lobby of the Baltimore & Potomac train station in Washington, D.C. As sensational as the assassination itself was, Guiteau's trial lasted over three months and became a very public battle over the mea...