Dude, That Bombing in Oklahoma City? Way Back When.
Ever heard that saying, "time flies when you're having fun?" Well, apparently it also flies when you're not having fun, like, say, when a terrible tragedy rocks a whole city. That's kinda the case with the Oklahoma City bombing.
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| How Long Ago Was The Oklahoma City Bombing |
The When of the Boom: A History Lesson (Cliff Notes Version)
The Oklahoma City bombing happened on April 19th, 1995. Yep, that was a while back. We're talking pre-flip phones, pre-social media, and way before anyone knew what "selfie" meant. Basically, an eternity ago in internet years.
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So, how long ago was that exactly? Well, let's do some quick math (don't worry, it's painless... mostly). As of today, July 9th, 2024, that puts us at... drumroll please ... 29 years, 2 months, and 20 days. Yeah, that's a pretty hefty chunk of time.
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Why We Remember: A Somber But Important Note
While this post is meant to be lighthearted, it's important to remember the seriousness of the Oklahoma City bombing. It was a horrific act of violence that took the lives of 168 innocent people and injured hundreds more. The bombing left a lasting scar on the city and the nation. We remember the victims and the strength of the Oklahoma City community in the face of tragedy.
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How to learn more about the Oklahoma City bombing? Here are some quick resources:
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- The Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum (
https://memorialmuseum.com/ - The FBI's page on the bombing (
https://www.fbi.gov/video-repository/newss-jim-norman-case-agent-oklahoma-city-bombing-investigation/view
How to honor the victims?
- Take a moment to reflect on the tragedy and the importance of peace.
- You can also donate to charities that support victims of terrorism.
How to make sure something like this never happens again?
- Be aware of your surroundings and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
- Promote tolerance and understanding in your community.
How to travel back in time and warn everyone about the bombing?
- Unfortunately, this technology doesn't exist (yet... or maybe ever). But we can learn from the past to prevent tragedies in the future.
How to lighten the mood after all this heavy talk?
- Go watch a funny cat video. Trust me, the internet has plenty.
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