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3 unusual facts about Port Chicago disaster


Port Chicago

Port Chicago disaster, deadly explosion that occurred at the Port Chicago Naval Magazine in Port Chicago, California on 17 July 1944, killing 320 people

Port Chicago Mutiny, consequence of the Port Chicago disaster, when 258 sailors, a month later, refused to work unless guaranteed safety improvements

Split Rock, New York

Other similar events (large explosions) include the Halifax Explosion, Texas City Disaster, and Port Chicago disaster.



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