Episode 628: The Great Molasses Flood of 1919 Part II - The Boston Molassacre
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Chaos and Consequences of the Molasses Flood
This chapter explores the harrowing aftermath of the Great Molasses Flood of 1919, detailing the immediate emergency response and the horrifying scenes faced by rescuers. In a mix of dark humor and tragedy, it recounts the struggles for survival among victims and the pressing medical challenges posed by the sticky disaster. Amidst the chaos, the chapter also critiques the political maneuvers that attempted to deflect blame from the real failures that led to this industrial catastrophe.
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