This news footage from KMOL-TV (now WOAI-TV) documents the climax of the mass shooting at the annual Fiesta San Antonio on April 27, 1979. Ira Attebury, known as the Fiesta Sniper, opened fire on the Battle of Flowers Parade. Over the course of 30 minutes, he killed two people, injured 50 others, and then shot himself. This footage shows the frightened crowd fleeing the scene, as first responders tend to the wounded and help people to safety. Then the police attempt to secure the area surrounding the motor home from which Attebury was waging his attack. Please note: This video contains sensitive footage documenting the scene of a mass shooting, including images of gunshot victims. Viewer discretion is advised.

Fiesta San Antonio is an annual event that celebrates the heroes of the Texas Revolution and San Antonio's local culture. Fiesta began as a one parade event with the first Battle of Flowers Parade in 1891. The Battle of Flowers parade includes elaborate floats and an actual battle of flowers, where blossoms are thrown in lieu of ammunition, in front of the Alamo. The parade is held in honor of the Battle of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto, held on or during the week of April 21, the day Texas won its independence from Mexico in 1836. Fiesta San Antonio grew to include balls, parties, a carnival, and a coronation - crowning a queen, a princess, 24 duchesses, and King Antonio. It eventually evolved into its present day, 10-day celebration that features over 100 events, including three major parades, one of which takes place on the San Antonio River Walk where the floats actually "float." Fiesta San Antonio's festivities have come to celebrate not only the Texas Revolution, but also San Antonio's rich, diverse culture and heritage.

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