Dr. Samuel Mudd, the physician who treated the broken leg of John Wilkes Booth following the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, is one of the most well-known prisoners held at Fort Jefferson. Convicted for his role in aiding Booth, Mudd was sentenced to imprisonment at the remote island fort, where he later gained a reputation for assisting during a yellow fever outbreak. His story remains a compelling connection between Fort Jefferson and a pivotal moment in American history. Stay tuned as we continue to update this page with more information. To learn more about Doctor Mudd: Samuel Mudd (U.S. National Park Service) |
Last updated: March 31, 2026