Anton Cermak was the Mayor of Chicago who was assassinated.
As the then-incumbent mayor, Anton Cermak tragically lost his life following an assassination attempt that occurred on February 15, 1933. The attack, which involved Cermak sustaining a gunshot wound to the chest, was originally intended for the President-elect, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, during an event in Miami.
Following the shooting, Cermak was rushed to Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami. Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries, dying 19 days later from the penetrating chest wound. He was treated nonoperatively during this time. His death marked a somber moment in American political history.
To provide a clearer overview of the incident:
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Mayor's Name | Anton Cermak |
| City Served | Chicago |
| Date of Attack | February 15, 1933 |
| Intended Target | President-elect Franklin Delano Roosevelt |
| Injury Sustained | Gunshot wound to the chest |
| Location of Death | Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami |
| Date of Death | March 6, 1933 (19 days after the attack) |
| Cause of Death | Complications from the penetrating chest wound |
Cermak's assassination stands as a rare instance of a major American political figure being killed while holding office, especially under circumstances where he was not the primary target. His legacy as Mayor of Chicago is often overshadowed by the dramatic circumstances of his death.
