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The Disaster Which Eclipsed History
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The Disaster Which Eclipsed History

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"The Johnstown Flood: The Disaster which Eclipsed History" recounts the harrowing events of the devastating 1889 flood that decimated Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Richard K. Fox meticulously chronicles this unparalleled natural disaster, offering a detailed account of the catastrophe that forever altered the town and its people.

This historical record plunges readers into the heart of the tragedy, examining the social context and unfolding circumstances that led to the catastrophic failure of the South Fork Dam. Explore the immediate aftermath, the heroic efforts of survivors, and the lasting impact on the community.

A vital piece of American history, "The Johnstown Flood" serves as a powerful reminder of the forces of nature and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable devastation. This carefully prepared print republication ensures that this important story continues to be accessible to those interested in the history of natural disasters and 19th-century America.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
32
ISBN
9781023280372

This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.

"The Johnstown Flood: The Disaster which Eclipsed History" recounts the harrowing events of the devastating 1889 flood that decimated Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Richard K. Fox meticulously chronicles this unparalleled natural disaster, offering a detailed account of the catastrophe that forever altered the town and its people.

This historical record plunges readers into the heart of the tragedy, examining the social context and unfolding circumstances that led to the catastrophic failure of the South Fork Dam. Explore the immediate aftermath, the heroic efforts of survivors, and the lasting impact on the community.

A vital piece of American history, "The Johnstown Flood" serves as a powerful reminder of the forces of nature and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable devastation. This carefully prepared print republication ensures that this important story continues to be accessible to those interested in the history of natural disasters and 19th-century America.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
28 March 2025
Pages
32
ISBN
9781023280372