April 19, 1995

April 19, 1995, is primarily known for the Oklahoma City bombing, a domestic terrorist attack in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Timothy McVeigh and Terry Nichols carried out the attack, which involved planting a bomb at the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building. The explosion killed 168 people, including children, and injured hundreds. It was the deadliest act of domestic terrorism in U.S. history at that time, leading to nationwide discussions about security, terrorism, and domestic extremism. The event significantly impacted law enforcement and policy, highlighting vulnerabilities in national security and prompting changes in anti-terrorism efforts.