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Hidden Histories UncoveredThe Day Boston Was Flooded by Molasses: The Sticky Disaster of 1919
How a 25-foot tidal wave of syrup turned a city street into history’s sweetest catastrophe
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About this episode
Discover the astonishing story behind the 1919 Boston Molasses Flood, a bizarre disaster where a massive storage tank burst, unleashing a wave of sticky molasses that flooded the streets. This peculiar event, often overlooked, highlights the unexpected dangers of industrial oversight and the quirky history of Boston. Tune in to learn how this sweet catastrophe unfolded, why it remains a fascinating piece of local lore, and what it reveals about early 20th-century industrial life.
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