#5 - On August 1, 1966, after killing his wife and mother, Charles Whitman, took several rifles to the top of the clock tower at the University of Texas at Austin. He then opened fire on everyone on the ground and in the surrounding area. Over the next 96 minutes, he killed 14 people and injured 31 others. The University of Texas tower shooting became the deadliest mass shooting by a lone gunman in U.S. history.You know what happened. Now let’s uncover…why.Support Anatomy of a MassacreBecome a Patron at: https://www.patreon.com/anatomyofamassacreAs a Patron you'll enjoy early ad-free episodes, exclusive merchandise, and bonus content.Support the show for as low as $3/month.Credits:Written and produced by Courtney FretwellRockefeller Audio productionHelp is Available:If you or someone you know is in crisis, dial the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.Support the show

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