A SWEET DISASTER: THE GREAT BOSTON MOLASSES FLOOD OF 1919

A Sweet Disaster: The Great Boston Molasses Flood of 1919

On a crisp September day in 1920, the peaceful streets of Boston's North End were abruptly transformed by an unexpected and devastating catastrophe. A massive tank holding thousands of gallons of molasses, a popular treat at the time, suddenly ruptured, sending a sticky wave of Flooding brown liquid through the streets like a river. Buildings were

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The Horrible Event

On January 15th, 1919, Boston witnessed a utterly horrifying incident. A massive tank storing sticky brew burst, unleashing a torrent of the thick liquid down the streets. The sudden flood swept away everything in its path, shattering buildings and injuring hundreds of people. The glutinous molasses ensnared victims immediately, leaving a scene of

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