So, You Wanna Know How Long Ago McVeigh Made a McMess in Oklahoma City?
Let's face it, history isn't always sunshine and rainbows. Sometimes it involves guys with misguided anger and a whole lot of fertilizer (don't worry, we won't get into the science of bad decisions). That brings us to the Oklahoma City bombing, a dark day that definitely deserves remembering, but maybe not with the same enthusiasm as, say, National Pizza Day.
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| How Many Years Ago Was The Oklahoma City Bombing |
The Big Boom: A Blast from the Past
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The Oklahoma City bombing happened on April 19th, 1995. Yep, that means... drumroll please... it was 29 years ago as of today, July 16th, 2024! That's almost three whole decades of Oklahoma bouncing back stronger than a jackrabbit on espresso.
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Why We Remember
This wasn't just some rogue firecracker incident. This bombing was the deadliest act of domestic terrorism in U.S. history. It claimed the lives of 168 innocent people, including 19 children. We remember them, and we remember the resilience of Oklahoma City.
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But Hey, Let's Not Dwell on the Downers
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Here's a pick-me-up: the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum is an incredible place to learn about the bombing and the spirit of the city. Plus, Oklahoma is full of friendly folks, delicious barbecue, and enough tornadoes to keep you on your toes (okay, maybe that last one isn't a perk).
How To Oklahoma City Bombing Knowledge Bonanza: FAQ Edition
Alright, alright, you history buffs want some more? Buckle up for a quick quiz (answers below, no peeking!):
- How to: Learn more about the bombing?
- How to: Pay respects to the victims?
- How to: Find out more about the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum?
- How to: Avoid questionable fertilizer-based hobbies?
- How to: Enjoy some delicious Oklahoma fare (minus the McVeigh mayhem)?
Quiz Answers:
- How to: Learn more about the bombing? Check out the FBI's website (
https://www.fbi.gov/history/famous-cases/oklahoma-city-bombing https://memorialmuseum.com/ - How to: Pay respects to the victims? Visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum.
- How to: Find out more about the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum? See answer #2, master historian! They have a website, you know (
https://memorialmuseum.com/ - How to: Avoid questionable fertilizer-based hobbies? Stick to gardening, folks. Leave the bomb-making to the professionals (like, the bomb disposal kind, not the McVeigh kind).
- How to: Enjoy some delicious Oklahoma fare? Hit up a local BBQ joint or try your hand at some fried onion burgers. Just, you know, leave the explosives at home.
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