Warren Commission (08 of 26): Hearings Vol. VIII (of 15)

"Warren Commission (08 of 26): Hearings Vol. VIII (of 15)" is a historical account providing detailed testimonies related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, compiled in the early 1960s. This volume is part of a larger investigation undertaken by the President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy, headed by Chief Justice Earl Warren. The book focuses on witnesses associated with Lee Harvey Oswald, exploring the intricacies of his life, interactions, and background as the alleged assassin. The opening of this volume presents the context and initiation of testimonies gathered primarily at the Old Civil Courts Building in New Orleans, Louisiana. It opens with references to the witnesses who will be discussed, including individuals who knew Oswald during his youth. The testimonies aim to piece together Oswald's character and social interactions, capturing memories from people who encountered him while he was growing up. Specific accounts detail Oswald's early confrontations, interests, and personality, setting the stage for a deeper examination of the factors that shaped his later actions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

The President's Commission on the Assassination of President Kennedy, known unofficially as the Warren Commission, was established by President Lyndon B. Johnson through Executive Order 11130 on November 29, 1963, to investigate the assassination of United States President John F. Kennedy that had taken place on November 22, 1963.