Story of the Springhill Disaster: Comprising a Full and Authentic Account of the Great Coal Mining Explosion at Springhill Mines, Nova Scotia, ... and Its Collieries (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book recounts the tragic events of the Springhill Mining Disaster of 1891, where an explosion ripped through the depths of a coal mine, resulting in the deaths of 121 miners. The author, having explored the mines before the disaster and visited the site afterward, provides a firsthand account of the devastating aftermath and the subsequent investigation. The book delves into the dangers of coal mining, describing the various safety measures and regulations that were in place at the time, and highlighting the need for constant vigilance to prevent similar tragedies in the future. It also explores the lives of the victims and their families, shedding light on the devastating human cost of industrial accidents. Through its detailed narrative and historical context, this book serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of workplace safety and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the tragic events of the Springhill Mining Disaster of 1891, where an explosion ripped through the depths of a coal mine, resulting in the deaths of 121 miners. The author, having explored the mines before the disaster and visited the site afterward, provides a firsthand account of the devastating aftermath and the subsequent investigation. The book delves into the dangers of coal mining, describing the various safety measures and regulations that were in place at the time, and highlighting the need for constant vigilance to prevent similar tragedies in the future. It also explores the lives of the victims and their families, shedding light on the devastating human cost of industrial accidents. Through its detailed narrative and historical context, this book serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of workplace safety and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282234065_0
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