8 children killed, 2 injured, in Shreveport, Louisiana, April 19, 2026

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It’s April 19, and another horrible tragedy is gripping the headlines.Today is the anniversary of Ignatius of Loyola becoming the first Superior General.Notice the headline, 8 children killed, 2 wounded, on this day.https://www.historytoday.com/archive/first-general-jesuitsThis happened on 79th Street, in Shreveport (Shreveport=56 — Society of Jesus=56 & 79).Keep in mind the Jesuits are from France, and Louisiana was part of the “French Purchase.”The 223rd anniversary of the French Purchase is in 11 days.That means the purchase is 222-years-old and change (Superior General=222).Ignatius of Loyola became the Superior General on this day in history.Today is the 159th day of the current Superior General’s age.https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/louisiana-shreveport-mass-shooting-rcna340868