 Halstead, Murat (1901). The Illustrious Life of William McKinley, Our Martyred President. |
These pictures of McKinley assassin Leon Czolgosz were taken shortly after his arrest. In the background is an artist's rendition of the weapon used. |
 Halstead, Murat (1901). The Illustrious Life of William McKinley, Our Martyred President. |
Another picture of Leon Czolgosz. |
 Halstead, Murat (1901). The Illustrious Life of William McKinley, Our Martyred President. |
This is a drawing of the assassination scene, showing Czolgosz, with his hand wrapped concealing his weapon, approaching the president, ostensibly for a handshake. Also pictured are the several Secret Service agents assigned to McKinley's protection. |
 Halstead, Murat (1901). The Illustrious Life of William McKinley, Our Martyred President. |
Much of the public outrage about the event was centered upon Emma Goldman, of whom Czolgosz claimed to be a disciple. Though she was never directly linked to the crime, public opinion turned sharply against anarchy as a result of this event, and of her refusal to speak out against the assassination. |
 Halstead, Murat (1901). The Illustrious Life of William McKinley, Our Martyred President. |
This shows the extent of the fear shown of anarchy at this time. The caption, "Time to Draw and Strike," says it all; the snake is labelled "Anarchism" and the lofted sword is marked as "Military Law." |