The Bowery Boys and the Black Tom Explosion
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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The Black Tom Explosion: A Night of Chaos
This chapter recounts the catastrophic event of the Black Tom explosion on July 29-30, 1916, detailing the chaos and panic that ensued across New York and New Jersey as massive explosions rocked the region. It explores the immediate aftermath, including shattering windows and frantic residents, alongside a discussion of the long-term repercussions and investigations that followed. The chapter also highlights connections to World War I and the eventual legal ramifications that emerged decades later.
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