Waco by Jeff Guinn
David Koresh, the Branch Davidians, and the FBI Siege
A gripping, meticulously researched account of the rise of David Koresh and the Branch Davidians, the 1993 ATF raid and the subsequent 51‑day siege at their compound near Waco, Texas, and the deadly conflagration that ended the standoff. The narrative traces Koresh’s background and charismatic leadership, the group’s beliefs and internal dynamics, the escalation of tensions with federal agents, the tactical decisions and controversies surrounding the law enforcement operations, and the contested explanations for the blaze that killed many followers, including children. Drawing on interviews, court records, and investigative reporting, it situates the tragedy in a broader political and cultural context and examines its enduring impact on American law enforcement and anti‑government movements.
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- 2017
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- American
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- Original Language
- English
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