Tune in to see the “Oklahoma City Bombing: One Day in America,” on Wednesday, April 2 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT on the National Geographic channel — when the story of one of the deadliest acts of domestic terrorism in U.S. history that devastated the nation will unfold.
On April 19, 1995, 168 lives were lost —including 19 children — and injuring hundreds more.
The bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building shattered families and would change America forever.
Now, 30 years later, National Geographic has unveiled the story and produced its new three-part docu-series, that’s been described as a raw and unflinching account of that tragic day, told by those who lived through it.
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According to a press release on National Geographic, From 72 Films, the Emmy Award-winning team behind the One Day in America franchise, the series translates into an unprecedented moment-by-moment account of the Oklahoma City bombing, including extraordinary stories of survival and heroic rescue efforts.
It will also feature the nationwide search that followed, and the enforcement of justice and healing after the tragedy.
“We love making the One Day in America series for National Geographic,” said 722 Film’s Executive Producer David Glover. “We try to make films that are not history lessons, but that take you into the experience of the people who were there. What we find is that in the darkest moments of history, we still see incredible kindness, heroism, and the very best of human nature. This series pays tribute to the ordinary people of Oklahoma and their response to a terrorist attack.”
The production features a rare archive and intense first-hand testimony from the witnesses who’ve come forward to share their harrowing stories for the very first time.
President Bill Clinton and former Oklahoma Gov. Frank Keating will also recount the way in which they led the nation in mourning, while survivor Amy Downs relives the heart wrenching experience of being trapped under the rubble for hours.
Edye Raines recalls the frantic search for her two missing children, and first responders, including district fire chief Mike Shannon, will also speak about the desperate fight to save lives.
FBI Special Agent in Charge Bob Ricks also describes the race against time to find the bomber and bring him to justice.
The series provides an up close and personal account and an in depth portrait of survival, courage and the pursuit of justice in the face of an unthinkable tragedy.
“The Oklahoma City bombing was a tragedy that deeply impacted America, but in its wake, we saw extraordinary strength, compassion, and resilience,” said Tom McDonald, executive vice president of Global Factual and Unscripted Content at National Geographic. “By sharing these firsthand accounts, we honor the survivors, families and heroes who responded — ensuring this pivotal moment in history is never forgotten.”
Episode 1: “Explosion” premieres April 2 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT
April 19, 1995, begins like any other day in Oklahoma City until a bomb explodes outside a federal building.
Oklahomans are plunged into chaos, and first responders race against the clock to save those trapped inside. Meanwhile, the media searches for answers, and the FBI begins what will become one of their biggest investigations.
Episode : “Manhunt” premieres April 2 at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT
Reports of a second explosive cause massive panic and an evacuation is ordered. Fighting their instincts, first responders must leave survivors trapped and fearing for their lives.
The country questions who would strike a federal building in the heartland as the FBI launches a nationwide search to find those responsible for the worst domestic terrorist attack in American history.
Episode : “Justice” premieres April 2 at 10 p.m. ET/9 p.m. CT
President Clinton arrives in Oklahoma as grieving families come together to remember those they have lost. The nation grapples with the reality that the bomber is an American veteran who shows no remorse. As the trial begins, the government seeks the death penalty for the worst domestic terrorist attack in US history.
OKLAHOMA CITY BOMBING: ONE DAY IN AMERICA is produced by 72 Films for National Geographic. For 72 Films, David Glover and Mark Raphael are executive producers, Ceri Isfryn is director and Flo Barrow is producer. For National Geographic, Chris Kugelman and Carolyn Payne are executive producers, and Tom McDonald is executive vice president of Global Factual and Unscripted Content.