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Yes, and no. John Parker relieved William Crook, President Lincoln's usual Bodyguard, just prior to leaving for the Theatre. Parker, was the President's only Bodyguard the night of the play, and was supposed to be standing watch directly outside the door to the State Box room, where the President, the First Lady and 2 guests were watching the play. Instead, Parker left his post in the middle of the play, with the door to the State Box room unlocked. Parker was downstairs in the saloon, having a drink.

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