The Texas City Disaster of 1947
The Texas City Disaster of 1947  
Podcast: Stuff You Should Know
Published On: Thu Mar 18 2021
Description: In 1947 the port town of Texas City, Texas became the site of the largest industrial disaster in American history. An enormous explosion blew ships out of the water, created a tidal wave that flooded the town, and killed hundreds of people instantly. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.