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Summary:  
The documents detail legal proceedings, testimonies, and investigative findings related to the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) on June 5, 1968, at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. Sirhan Bishara Sirhan was charged with the murder and faced trial for his actions. Key evidence included his purchase of 22-caliber ammunition from Arnot at a gun shop on June 1, 1968, and allegations that he had expressed intent to harm political figures prior to the assassination. Legal debates centered on Sirhan’s mental state, with disputes over the admissibility of his notebooks as evidence of insanity or premeditation. Testimonies included medical accounts of RFK’s injuries, psychiatric evaluations of Sirhan, and discussions about potential threats against other political figures. Administrative records mention trial costs estimated at $1 million, declassification under Executive Order 14176, and fragmented references to unrelated topics such as the Six-Day War or black magic. Some documents contain incomplete or garbled information, including unclear exchanges about Sirhan’s activities, legal strategies, and court proceedings.  

Key People:  
- **Robert F. Kennedy (RFK)**: Assassinated on June 5, 1968, at the Ambassador Hotel.  
- **Sirhan Bishara Sirhan**: Defendant in the assassination case; purchased ammunition, faced mental health scrutiny, and requested the death penalty.  
- **Arnot**: Gun shop clerk who sold Sirhan ammunition.  
- **Dr. Charles Bryan (Dr. Bob)**: Medical witness describing RFK’s injuries post-assassination.  
- **David N. Fitts**: Deputy district attorney involved in the prosecution.  
- **Lynn D. Compton**: Chief prosecutor in the trial.  
- **Dr. Diamond**: Psychiatrist testifying about Sirhan’s mental state.  
- **Mrs. Mary Gandy**: Sirhan’s mother, described as sobbing during proceedings.  
- **John Howard**: Attorney involved in the case.  
- **Clark**: Individual mentioned in context of threats against political figures.  

Key Locations:  
- **Ambassador Hotel, Los Angeles**: Site of RFK’s assassination and subsequent investigation.  
- **Los Angeles, Calif.**: Location of trial proceedings and gun shop where Sirhan purchased ammunition.  
- **Pasadena, Calif.**: Mentioned in context of school records related to Sirhan’s academic performance.  
- **Fish Canyon**: Referenced in fragmented dialogue about target shooting activities.  
- **Coroners office**: Allocated for drug use allegations during the autopsy investigation.  

Key Events:  
- **June 1, 1968**: Sirhan purchased 22-caliber ammunition from Arnot.  
- **June 5, 1968**: Assassination of RFK at the Ambassador Hotel.  
- **Trial proceedings**: Included disputes over evidence, mental health arguments, and plea negotiations.  
- **Psychiatric evaluations**: Legal arguments regarding Sirhan’s diminished capacity or delusional behavior.  
- **Medical testimony**: Accounts of RFK’s injuries and treatment post-assassination.  
- **Court adjournments**: Multiple recesses requested due to emotional outbursts or procedural delays.  
- **Administrative records**: Mentioned trial costs, declassification status, and document numbers.  

Key Organizations:  
- **Superior Court of Los Angeles**: Handled the trial and legal proceedings.  
- **Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office**: Involved in prosecution of Sirhan.  
- **U.S. Department of Justice (implied via declassification markings)**: Linked to administrative records.  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Mentioned in context of threat investigations.  
- **Newspapers (*Los Angeles Times*, *Washington Post*)**: Referenced as sources of public information about the case.  
- **Gun shop proprietors (Ben and Arnot)**: Involved in the sale of ammunition to Sirhan.

RFK Declassified Files

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