The Halifax Disaster

[Drone_pilot]

On Dec. 6, 1917, a collision in Halifax Harbour led to the biggest man-made explosion in the world before the era of the atomic bomb. The blast levelled most of the city and sent shards of glass and burning debris flying for miles. It left thousands dead, blinded or homeless. Although the explosion occurred before the creation of the CBC, the Canadian radio and TV network has retold the story throughout the years to ensure that this crucial event in Canadian history is not forgotten.

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Lots of interesting news clips about the disaster.

 

[Reloader]

Good link Droney, interesting stuff. I read a book about this a long time ago, can't remember what it was called, but I remember the devastation it described.

 

[Matzos]

Again, great link DP solthum