Selects: The Texas City Disaster of 1947

Stuff You Should Know

14-12-2024 • 41 mins

In 1947 the port town of Texas City, Texas became the site of the largest industrial disaster in American history. An enormous explosion blew ships out of the water, created a tidal wave that flooded the town, and killed hundreds of people instantly. Find out all about it in this classic episode.

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