William Henry Seward — The Day Lincoln Was Shot Character Profile

About William Henry Seward

The Secretary of State targeted in the coordinated conspiracy. He survives a brutal attack by Lewis Powell because a metal canvas frame deflects the fatal blow.

Character Facts

Played by

John Pleshette

Appears in

The Day Lincoln Was Shot (1998)

Role

Supporting

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