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Boston’s Pickwick Disaster and the Dance of Death (episode 91)
Boston’s Pickwick Disaster and the Dance of Death (episode 91)
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41 minutes
Released:
Jul 29, 2018
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Description
On the evening of July 3, 1925, Boston’s Pickwick nightclub collapsed while couples packed the dance floor. Dozens were trapped in the rubble, while firefighters, police, and laborers worked desperately to free them. In the end, 44 people were killed and many more were injured. A rumor circulated that the disaster had been caused by a popular dance called the Charleston. This fake news soon became one of the most viral stories of the newspaper era, causing many cities to ban couples from dancing the Charleston. This week’s show has it all… dirty dancing, illegal speakeasies, and a heroic rescue effort.
Show notes: http://HUBhistory.com/091/
Show notes: http://HUBhistory.com/091/
Released:
Jul 29, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode
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