04/18/1983
Lebanon – Bombing of U.S. Embassy in Beirut killing 63, injuring hundreds. Islamic Jihad claimed responsibility.

04/18/1980
Zimbabwe – Independence Day

04/19/1993
United States – End of Branch Davidian Siege near Waco, Texas.

04/19/1995
United States – Oklahoma City Bombing killing 168 people and injuring hundreds more.

04/19/1980
Colombia – Founding of “April 19 Movement (M-19)” formerly leftist terrorist group, now a legitimate political party.

04/19/1960
South Korea – Students` Day commemorates resignation of president Syngman Rhee.

04/19/1960
Namibia – Founding of South West Africa People`s Organization (SWAPO) former rebel group now legitimate and dominant political party.

04/19/1971
Sierra Leone – Proclamation of the Republic

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