Waco siege and Fire 1993, Attorney General Janet Reno and Bill Clinton press conference.
Waco Texas 1993 Standoff Aftermath 1993
Description: In 1993 Waco, Texas federal agents attempted to arrest Branch Davidian leader David Koresh, leading to a deadly gun battle at the group’s compound.
A 51-day siege followed, involving intense negotiations and escalating tension between the Davidians and federal authorities.
The standoff ended tragically when a fire consumed the compound during a final raid, killing more than 70 people.
A 51-day siege followed, involving intense negotiations and escalating tension between the Davidians and federal authorities.
The standoff ended tragically when a fire consumed the compound during a final raid, killing more than 70 people.