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Flames engulfing the Branch Davidian compound near Waco, Texas, ending a standoff with federal agents, April 19, 1993.
The fires at the Branch Davidian compound began on April 19, 1993, approximately 25 minutes after the FBI assault ended at 11:40 am. According to investigations, the fires were set by the Branch Davidians themselves.1