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Halifax explosion

Disaster

1917(1917-12-06)

1917 maritime disaster in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Year

1917

Death Toll

2,000+

Location

Halifax

Category

disaster

Quick Facts

Year: 1917
Date: 1917-12-06
Location: Halifax
Death Toll: 2,000+
Category: disaster

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