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The Disaster Which Eclipsed History: The Johnstown Flood

By R. K. Fox
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The account recounts the catastrophic failure of a mountain reservoir dam above a Pennsylvania valley, describing the reservoir's size, ownership by a private club, and warnings about its banks before heavy rains precipitated a breach. It traces how the embankment gave way, releasing a raging torrent that swept houses, bridges, and people downstream, ignited fires, and left widespread destruction across several towns. Eyewitness description of frantic rescues, missing children, and burned victims alternates with technical details of the dam and the rapid spread of news once reporters reached the scene.

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R. K. Fox

R. K. Fox is an author best known for his work on the Johnstown Flood, a catastrophic event in American history. His notable book, "The Disaster Which Eclipsed History: The Johnstown Flood," provides a detailed account of the tragedy that struck Johnstown, Pennsylvania, in 1889. Through his writing, Fox contributes to the understanding of this significant disaster and its impact on the community and the nation. His exploration of historical events offers readers insight into the complexities of human experience during times of crisis.

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