New Smithsonian Doc to Go Inside Waco Tragedy

The new Smithsonian Channel documentary Waco: The Longest Siege, which looks at unexplored facets of the Waco story, has been slated for an April 9 premiere.

Featuring previously unseen archival footage and using only firsthand accounts by survivors and those directly involved in the tragedy, Waco: The Longest Siege will delve into the Branch Davidians and their charismatic leader, as well as the uneasy relationship between the media and national law enforcement agencies. The special provides an intimate portrait of a young Vernon Howell (later renamed David Koresh) and his Branch Davidian followers. It features interviews with key players from the investigation, including local journalists and federal agents, as well as local law enforcement and the McClellan County Sheriff.