What Happened in Montana's Horrifying Mine Disaster of 1917?

Описание: What Happened in Montana's Horrifying Mine Disaster of 1917? Part 1

On June 8th, 1917, one of the deadliest mining disasters in American history struck Butte, Montana. The Granite Mountain and Speculator mines, deep beneath the city known as the richest hill on earth, became a deadly trap for 415 miners. A freak accident with an electric cable and a carbide lamp ignited a massive fire, filling tunnels with smoke and toxic fumes. Trapped underground, 168 men tragically lost their lives, making this the worst hard-rock mining disaster in the United States.

The video explores the dangerous working conditions, heroic efforts of miners like Magnus Duggan, and the rescue attempts that followed. Discover how the disaster changed labor laws, mining safety regulations, and the fight for workers’ rights in America. This historical documentary includes in-depth analysis of industrial hazards, emergency response, and the human stories behind the tragedy. Subscribe for more true historical events, labor history, and explorations of natural and industrial disasters.

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