Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated on June 5, 1968, in Los Angeles, California. He was shot shortly after delivering a victory speech upon winning the California Democratic primary for the presidential nomination. The assassination occurred in the context of significant political and social turmoil in the United States during the late 1960s, including civil rights struggles and anti-war protests. Kennedy’s death shocked the nation and was viewed as a tragic loss of a leader advocating for social justice and equality. His assassination, like that of his brother John F. Kennedy, left a lasting impact on American politics and society.