Blood on the Moon page 3 by ric gustafson
John Wilkes Booth was born to fame. John, who was number 5 of 6 surviving children, was doted on by his parents. John, Edwin and Junius became famous thespians. The youngest son Joseph became a doctor. A daughter Asia became a writer. The oldest daughter Rosalie did not want fame and fortune.
John's father Junius Brutus Sr was an alcoholic and displayed erratic behavior. At times, he showed brilliance on the American stage. Junius Brutus Booth was born in London in 1796. He was the middle of three children. At the age of 17, Junius made his professional theater debut.
While on tour in Belgium, Junius met Adelaide Delannoy. Junius married Adelaide on May 8 1815. In 1820 while performing in London, Junius met Mary Ann Holmes. She got pregnant and Junius had to flee with her to the US. They settled in Bel Air Maryland in June of 1824.
In 1842, Mary Ann's son Richard found out where his father's family was living. Adelaide came and divorced Junius in April 1851. This was the day young John Wilkes turned 13.
Junius Brutus Sr died on a river steamer on November 30 1852.
research help: ' Blood on the Moon' by Edward Steers Jr
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
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