The simulation highlights the questionable ‘single bullet theory’
A new shocking simulation of the assassination of former president John F Kennedy reveals what the ‘single bullet theory’ is – and how it sparked countless conspiracy theories afterwards.
It’s one of the most shocking moments in modern history.
On November 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States, was cruising through Dealey Plaza in Dallas, Texas, alongside his wife Jacqueline, Texas Governor John Connally, and Connally’s wife Nellie. As their open-top limousine made its way down the street, tragedy struck—Kennedy was struck by a fatal gunshot fired by an assassin. He was rushed to Parkland Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced dead about 30 minutes later. Governor Connally, though also wounded in the attack, survived.
Less than two hours after the assassination, former U.S. Marine Lee Harvey Oswald was captured by the police and charged with the murder of President Kennedy.
But just two days later, Oswald himself was shot dead in a moment witnessed by millions of Americans on live television. Despite the swift justice, the assassination has sparked endless conspiracy theories, ranging from CIA or Mafia involvement to political rivalries. According to the late attorney Vincent Bugliosi, as many as 42 groups, 82 assassins, and 214 individuals have been accused of complicity in the president’s death.
Yet, the most enduring mystery remains the fatal shot itself, which has now been reimagined and analyzed in a detailed new simulation.
Zackdfilms, known for its diverse YouTube content that ranges from historical explainers to the strange and morbid, has produced a gripping video on the harrowing assassination of President John F. Kennedy and the infamous ‘single bullet theory.’ The video breaks down the theory, which claims that a single shot, fired from a rifle on the sixth floor of the Texas School Book Depository, struck President Kennedy in the upper back and passed through his throat.
The bullet then continued its deadly trajectory, hitting Texas Governor John Connally, who was seated in front of Kennedy in the limousine. The shot allegedly shattered Connally’s rib before tearing through his chest. Zackdfilms offers a detailed animation to bring this chilling moment in history to life.
The simulation goes on to reveal that the bullet’s journey didn’t stop with Governor Connally’s chest. It exited his body, striking his right wrist and breaking a bone before finally lodging into his thigh, where it remained until doctors removed it in nearly pristine condition.
Zackdfilms’ educational video highlights the claims made by investigators that the single bullet was responsible for causing six separate wounds while remaining remarkably intact. However, the video also delves into the controversy surrounding this theory, as many skeptics argue that the bullet’s trajectory seems impossible. The angles simply don’t seem to align, leading to the lingering question: Could there have been more than one bullet involved in the assassination?
According to the Warren Commission’s official account of JFK’s assassination, the controversial “magic bullet theory” suggests that a single bullet passed through President Kennedy’s throat and injured Governor Connally. While Kennedy was also struck by two additional bullets, one of which proved to be the fatal shot to his head, the theory has faced significant skepticism. The main issue with the “magic bullet theory” lies in how it was used to support the conclusion that Oswald acted alone.
In contrast, the House Select Committee on Assassinations (HSCA), which investigated the case years later, argued that there was more than one gunman involved. Many historians also contend that JFK’s autopsy suffered from serious inconsistencies and potential mishandling of evidence.
The video has gained additional relevance with the current administration, as President Donald Trump has recently ordered the release of classified documents pertaining to the assassination, fueling further debate over what really happened on that fateful day in Dallas.
