THE BOSTON MOLASSES DISASTER OF 1919

The Boston Molasses Disaster of 1919

On a blustery morning in the year, disaster struck Boston. A massive tank filled with sticky, sweet molasses gave way sending a tidal wave of the thick liquid rushing through the streets. The impact was catastrophic, flattening buildings and burying residents in a gooey soup. Scores of people were lost their lives, and many more suffered. Authori

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