Waco siege, Religious site in Waco, Texas
The Waco Siege, known as the attack on the Branch Davidians' religious compound by federal and state law enforcement in 1993.
It was a failed operation lasting 51 days from February 28 to April 19, resulting in the deaths of 76 Branch Davidians including 25 children.
This event has influenced public perception and criticism towards the U.S. government's handling of the situation.
Today, Mount Carmel is operated by a group called 'Branch, The Lord Our Righteousness', and it serves as a memorial for those lost.
There are still debates over if the fires that ended the siege were intentionally set by the Branch Davidians or caused by assault vehicles.
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