Historical Events tagged with "mass shooting"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
James Oliver Huberty's Deadly McDonald's Shooting
In a violent episode, James Oliver Huberty opened fire at a McDonald's restaurant in San Ysidro, California, resulting in the deaths of 21 individuals and injuring 19 others. The attack lasted approximately 77 minutes before police arrived, culminating in Huberty being shot dead by a SWAT sniper. His motives remained unclear, but it was indicated that he had expressed feelings of anger and frustration leading up to the incident.
Continue ReadingCharles Whitman kills 15 at UT Austin
Charles Whitman, a former Marine, climbed the University of Texas Tower and opened fire on students and faculty, killing 15 and injuring 31. The incident lasted for 96 minutes, during which police and civilians attempted to stop the shooting. Whitman was eventually shot and killed by police officers. His motives were complex, involving both personal issues and potential mental health struggles. This act of violence shocked the nation and raised awareness about gun control and mental health.
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