Hinckley And The Fire Of 1894 (images Of America)
by Alaina Wolter Lyseth /
2014 / English / PDF
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Imagine a force in nature more powerful than multiple atomic
bombsthat was the Great Hinckley Fire of September 1, 1894. In only
four hours, the fire incinerated over 400 square miles of forest,
killed at least 418 settlers and an unknown number of
forest-dwelling Native Americans, and destroyed six towns in a
firestorm of flame. The elements that led to this unprecedented
catastrophe included careless logging practices, a drought,
freakish weather, and suspected sparks from passing locomotives.
The story of the 1894 fire is a saga of devastation, heartbreak,
heroism, survival, hope, and rebuilding that captured worldwide
attention. Recently discovered photographs provide a backdrop for a
fresh look at the events surrounding the disaster and the courage
of the pioneers who survived to tell the tale.
Imagine a force in nature more powerful than multiple atomic
bombsthat was the Great Hinckley Fire of September 1, 1894. In only
four hours, the fire incinerated over 400 square miles of forest,
killed at least 418 settlers and an unknown number of
forest-dwelling Native Americans, and destroyed six towns in a
firestorm of flame. The elements that led to this unprecedented
catastrophe included careless logging practices, a drought,
freakish weather, and suspected sparks from passing locomotives.
The story of the 1894 fire is a saga of devastation, heartbreak,
heroism, survival, hope, and rebuilding that captured worldwide
attention. Recently discovered photographs provide a backdrop for a
fresh look at the events surrounding the disaster and the courage
of the pioneers who survived to tell the tale.
