David Koresh
American religious cult leader (1959–1993)
Born
Aug 17, 1959 (66)
Birth Place
Houston
Nationality
United States
Died
1993-04-19
About
David Koresh was an American cult leader and preacher who played a central role in the Waco siege of 1993. As the head of the Branch Davidians, a religious sect, Koresh claimed to be its final prophet. His apocalyptic Biblical teachings, including interpretations of the Book of Revelation and the Seven Seals, attracted various followers.