Scott Ellsworth

Scott Ellsworth is an accomplished historian and professor in Afro-American and African studies at the University of Michigan, known for his works that delve into significant historical events such as the Tulsa race massacre and the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. His recent book, 'Midnight on the Potomac,' explores the complexities of Lincoln's assassination, challenging the conventional image of John Wilkes Booth and offering a broader perspective on the societal and historical contexts of the Civil War era.