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The Johnstown Flood of 1889 Talk

The Johnstown, Pennsylvania, flood of May 31, 1889 has been recorded as the worst in U.S. history, with a reported loss of 2,209 people. This tragedy can be attributed to nature, human insensitivity, and failure to heed official warnings. Dr. Edgette tells the story of this disaster and following devastation with slides and stories. See and hear the fascinating program on Wednesday at 8 p.m. in the Dunwoody Village Auditorium.


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