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Shadows of the Past: The 15 Darkest Days in American History

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7. The Oklahoma City Bombing (April 19, 1995)

7. The Oklahoma City Bombing (April 19, 1995)
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On April 19, 1995, the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City was bombed, resulting in the deaths of 168 people, including 19 children. This tragic event remains the deadliest act of domestic terrorism in U.S. history. The bombing led to significant changes in law enforcement practices and heightened national security measures. For more detailed information, visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum’s account of the bombing.

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