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In which city did Whitman's attack take place?

  • Houston

  • Dallas

  • San Antonio

  • Austin

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The attack targeting Charles Whitman transpired in Austin, Texas, on August 1, 1966. Whitman, a former United States Marine, tragically killed and injured numerous individuals during a shooting spree that unfolded atop the University of Texas at Austin's Main Building. Known as the "Texas Tower shooting," this distressing event left a profound impact on the local community and beyond, prompting discussions about gun control and mental health support.
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