April 19 is marked by grief as Oklahoma City Bombing Commemoration Day honors the victims of this tragic event that occurred in Oklahoma in 1995.
History
A car bomb exploded, demolishing the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building and killing 168 people, including children. Nearly 700 others were seriously injured. Timothy McVeigh was arrested just two hours after the explosion and later found guilty. His accomplice, Terry Nichols, was arrested later. Both were right-wing extremists seeking revenge for events in Texas and northern Idaho: in 1993, federal authorities conducted a siege on a ranch housing an extremist group engaged in illegal activities. McVeigh was executed in 2001, while Nichols received a life sentence.
How to Observe
Human life holds the highest value, and when innocent people suffer at the hands of criminals, it is a grave injustice that demands legal retribution.
- Honor the memory of the victims by lighting candles and expressing your condolences.
- Visit the memorial complex at the site of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City and lay flowers in remembrance.
- Express your opposition to violence against civilians.
The tragic events in Oklahoma City led to significant changes: the government implemented legislative measures to enhance the protection of administrative buildings. Evacuation plans were developed and put into practice, preventing 60 serious crimes between 1995 and 2005.
When is Oklahoma City Bombing Commemoration Day in 2025?
Oklahoma City Bombing Commemoration Day is observed on April 19 each year.
Observations
Weekday | Month | Day | Year |
Saturday | April | 19 | 2025 |
Sunday | April | 19 | 2026 |
Monday | April | 19 | 2027 |
Wednesday | April | 19 | 2028 |
Thursday | April | 19 | 2029 |