The Insane Explosions That Killed Over 100,000 Americans
From the late 1800s through the mid-1900s, American industry accepted explosions as a normal part of work. Boilers burst, factories detonated, refineries ignited, and entire crews were wiped out in seconds. This documentary examines the forgotten explosion era that killed over 100,000 Americans, and how these disasters were tolerated in the name of progress. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE if you value the forgotten stories of those who built our modern world to keep their history alive. All the content used in this video belong to their respective owners and I or this channel does not claim any right over them. Portions of this video contain edited or simulated visuals for illustrative purposes.
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