Hinckley and the Fire of 1894 (Images of America)

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Believe a force in nature more powerful than a couple of atomic bombs―that was once the Great Hinckley Fire of September 1, 1894. In only four hours, the fire incinerated over 400 square miles of forest, killed no less than 418 settlers and an unknown collection of forest-dwelling Native Americans, and destroyed six towns in a firestorm of flame. The elements that led to this unprecedented catastrophe included careless logging practices, a drought, freakish weather, and suspected sparks from passing locomotives. The tale of the 1894 fire is a saga of devastation, heartbreak, heroism, survival, hope, and rebuilding that captured all over the world attention. Recently came upon photographs provide a backdrop for a fresh have a look at the events surrounding the disaster and the courage of the pioneers who survived to inform the story.

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