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The Great Molasses Flood

Season 1 Episode 178

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In this episode, Noelle brings us the tale of The Great Molasses Flood of 1919, a bizarre and tragic event that saw a massive wave of molasses sweep through Boston’s streets, causing devastation and claiming lives. Join us as we unravel the sticky details of this darkly fascinating chapter in history.


Sources

https://www.history.com/news/great-molasses-flood-science

https://www.boston.gov/news/100-years-ago-today-molasses-crashes-through-bostons-north-end

https://time.com/5500592/boston-great-molasses-flood-100/

https://www.boston.com/news/history/2019/01/14/great-molasses-flood-newspapers/

https://www.chambers-associate.com/where-to-start/commercial-awareness/regional-insights/boston-legal-history-the-great-molasses-disaster









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