What Happened During the Oklahoma City Bombing
On April 19, 1995, a truck bomb exploded outside the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City. The blast destroyed part of the building and caused widespread damage across downtown. The attack killed 168 people and injured hundreds more.
Who Was Responsible and What Were the Motives
Timothy McVeigh and Terry Nichols carried out the bombing. McVeigh was motivated by opposition to the federal government and anger over events such as the siege at Ruby Ridge and the Waco siege. He was convicted of murder and executed in 2001.
Casualties, Rescue, and Long-Term Impact
Rescue workers searched the rubble for days, and the bombing became a turning point in domestic terrorism awareness. The attack led to changes in federal building security and anti-terrorism policies. Survivors and families continue to remember the victims through memorials and community efforts. Learn more about the Oklahoma City National Memorial and its history at https://www.nps.gov/okci/learn/historyculture/the-oklahoma-city-national-memorial.htm
