Finney, Jack E.

Historic Indianapolis Fires & Disasters

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ISBN 13:
9781467155052
author:
Finney, Jack E.
format:
Paperback
publisher:
History Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2024
Pages:
144
Dimensions:
22.6 x 15.2 x 1 centimetres (0.3
Genre:
Science, Nature, Natural Disasters,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 20 working days
£18.43

Description

Circle City Catastrophes Disaster was a fact of everyday life in 1800s and early 1900s Indianapolis. The city experienced numerous devastating fires and disasters, resulting in significant loss of life and property. This book explores some of the most notable incidents, including the Herron-Morton Place neighborhood tragedy, which claimed over 1,700 lives, and other calamities such as ten people drowning under the Union Railroad Depot. The National Surgical Institute fire proved that ropes were insufficient as a fire escape method, while the Prest-O-Lite Company's creation of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway was overshadowed by four major incidents that caused eleven deaths. The Hollywood apartment building disaster in 1917 also claimed six lives. This book delves into these and other significant fires and disasters that shaped the city's history. By examining these events, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by Indianapolis during this period and the resilience of its people.

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