SINNERS And The Deep History Of The Mississippi Delta (Some Sunday Context)
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The Great Flood of 1927: A Catastrophe Unveiled
This chapter examines the catastrophic levee breach in Mounds, Mississippi, that triggered the Great Flood of 1927, flooding 10 million acres and displacing nearly 750,000 people. It explores the flood's historical context, geological implications, and the human responses that followed, highlighting the tension between nature and human intervention in managing the Mississippi River. Additionally, it draws parallels to Hurricane Katrina, emphasizing the enduring societal and economic ramifications for the affected communities.
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