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Summary  
The documents detail Robert F. Kennedy’s assassination on June 5, 1968, at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles, following a fatal shooting during his victory speech. Medical reports indicate three bullets struck him, with two removed and one lodged in his neck, causing irreversible brain damage. Sirhan Sirhan, identified as the suspect, was arrested and described as a Jordanian national who had previously fled Jordan as a child. The text references his alleged possession of a diary critical of U.S. policies and statements from acquaintances characterizing him as shy and non-violent. Law enforcement involvement includes the Los Angeles Police Department, Secret Service emergency protocols, and hospital staff at Good Samaritan Hospital, where Kennedy was treated before succumbing to his injuries. Political reactions include President Lyndon B. Johnson’s declaration of a national day of mourning, flag-halving ceremonies, and burial arrangements in Washington, D.C. International condolences were noted from London, Nigeria, Chile, South Africa, and Holland. The body was transported to New York for lying in state at St. Patrick’s Cathedral before being moved to Washington. Fragmented entries also reference political career details, including RFK’s brother John F. Kennedy’s presidency, labor union conflicts, and the McClellan Committee investigation into alleged communist activities. Some documents contain redacted or unclear administrative notes, including mentions of SSNs (redacted) and potential suspects.  

Key People  
- Robert F. Kennedy: U.S. Senator assassinated at the Ambassador Hotel.  
- Sirhan Sirhan/Sirhan Bishara: Identified as the suspect; Jordanian national with a history of fleeing Jordan and working in Los Angeles.  
- Ethel Kennedy: Wife of RFK, present during the assassination; described as calm in the aftermath.  
- Lyndon B. Johnson: President who declared national mourning and flag-halving ceremonies.  
- George Skakel: Husband of Ethel Kennedy, killed in the assassination.  
- Mayor of Los Angeles: Commented on Sirhan’s diary and public reaction.  
- Richard Starnes: Medical examiner involved in RFK’s case.  
- Frank McClellan: Chair of the McClellan Committee.  
- James Hoffa: Teamsters Union leader mentioned in political conflicts.  
- Conrad, Collahan, Sullivon: Individuals referenced in fragmented entries (roles unclear).  

Key Locations  
- Ambassador Hotel (Los Angeles): Site of the assassination; specific references to kitchen areas and corridors.  
- Good Samaritan Hospital (Los Angeles): Where RFK was treated and later died.  
- Washington, D.C.: Location of burial arrangements, federal buildings, and flag-halving ceremonies.  
- New York City: St. Patrick’s Cathedral where RFK’s body lay in state.  
- Jordan: Sirhan’s country of origin; referenced in his background.  
- Arlington Cemetery: Mentioned in context of family mourning.  
- McLean, Maryland: Residence of RFK prior to the assassination.  
- Gandy (unclear location): Possibly a reference to an unspecified site.  

Key Events  
- Assassination of Robert F. Kennedy on June 5, 1968, at the Ambassador Hotel.  
- Sirhan Sirhan’s arrest and alleged possession of a critical diary about U.S. policies.  
- Medical treatment at Good Samaritan Hospital, including brain surgery and critical condition reports.  
- National mourning declared by President Johnson; flag-halving ceremonies and burial in Washington, D.C.  
- RFK’s body transported to New York for lying in state before being moved to Washington.  
- Secret Service emergency measures post-assassination, including increased security funding for presidential candidates.  
- International condolences from London, Nigeria, Chile, South Africa, and Holland.  
- References to John F. Kennedy’s assassination as a parallel event; mentions of RFK’s political career, labor union conflicts, and the McClellan Committee investigation.  

Key Organizations  
- Los Angeles Police Department: Involved in Sirhan’s arrest and investigation.  
- Good Samaritan Hospital: Provided medical care to RFK.  
- Secret Service: Implemented emergency security measures and budget adjustments post-assassination.  
- United Press International (UPI): Covered the assassination and its aftermath.  
- National Rifle Association (NRA): Mentioned in political debates over gun control legislation.  
- McClellan Committee: Investigated alleged communist activities; RFK was involved.  
- Teamsters Union: Referenced in context of RFK’s feud with James Hoffa.  
- Southern California chapter of AL-L: Implied in Sirhan’s diary content (AL-L is a Palestinian militant group).

RFK Declassified Files

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