Revisiting the Kennedy Assassination: Why Lee Harvey Oswald Remains the Sole Suspect

Despite the wealth of evidence suggesting otherwise, many continue to insist that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone in the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. However, this viewpoint is based on a fundamental misunderstanding of the available evidence and persistent speculations that lack concrete support.

Skepticism and the Innocence of Lee Harvey Oswald

Those who hold this view are often uninformed about the evidence surrounding Oswald's involvement. It is crucial to recognize that Oswald is considered innocent until proven guilty, and he was never formally charged or tried in court. In the two and a half days he was in custody, there was little significant recorded evidence. The questioning he faced was largely soft and unspecific, with few incriminating statements.

The Mountains of Speculation and Invention

The idea that Oswald acted alone is supported by a mountain of speculation and pure invention, rather than concrete evidence. Various claims about Oswald's language skills, office associations, and travel patterns have been critically examined and found wanting. Here are some key points to consider:

Language and Background

Claims that Oswald spoke fluent Russian are unfounded. There is no credible evidence to support his command of the language. Arguing that he worked out of the same office as Guy Bannister is also unsubstantiated. This association is often cited but lacks concrete backing. Speculations about his quick return to the US are further defied by historical data. Many other defectors returned much sooner, raising questions about his supposed rushed departure.

CIA Involvement and Assets

The notion that Oswald was a CIA asset or part of a disaffected defector programme is controversial. According to one of the best counterinsurgency agencies of the time, the KGB, there is no credible evidence to support these claims. The KGB monitored Oswald from his arrival to his departure and found no evidence that he was a capable spy.

Alleged Presence in Mexico City

Claims that Oswald was in Mexico City are also unsubstantiated. His presence has been confirmed through photographic evidence and the signatures he left behind. Feeding the speculation, two Australian tourists identified him on the bus to Mexico.

The Sixth Floor Mystery

The assertion that Oswald was on the sixth floor of the Depository and used a rifle is also open to scrutiny. He was observed there shortly before the assassination by a fellow employee, and his girlfriend, Marguerite, reported that he confessed to firing the rifle from the sixth floor window. These testimonies highlight the incongruities in the lone-nickel theory.

Understanding the Lone-Nickel Theory

To understand why Oswald was the primary suspect at the time of his death, it is essential to distinguish between real material evidence and speculative musings. While the lone-nickel theory has gained traction over the years, it is important to critically evaluate the available evidence and explore alternative narratives that challenge this notion.