Episode 6- The Great Molasses Flood – Boston’s Sticky Disaster

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Episode 6- The Great Molasses Flood – Boston’s Sticky Disaster

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Published on Apr 11, 2025, 11:03:04 AM
Total time: 00:03:32

Episode Description

In this episode of Mind-Blowing History, Historia investigates the Great Molasses Flood of 1919—when a massive wave of thick, sticky syrup tore through the streets of Boston, leveling buildings and claiming lives. How did an everyday substance become a deadly force of nature? Tune in to explore the causes, chaos, and long-term impact of this bizarre and tragic event.

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