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Today in History: Aggie Bonfire collapse kills 12, injures 27

11/18/2025

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On November 18, 1999, the Aggie Bonfire at Texas A&M University collapsed during construction, resulting in the deaths of 12 students and injuries to 27 others. This tragic incident led the university to suspend the 90-year-old tradition, which symbolized the rivalry with the University of Texas at Austin.

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On November 18, 1999, the Aggie Bonfire at Texas A&M University collapsed during construction, resulting in the deaths of 12 students and injuries to 27 others. This tragic incident led the university to suspend the 90-year-old tradition, which symbolized the rivalry with the University of Texas at Austin.