Ashton-under-Lyne munitions explosion
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Ashton-under-Lyne munitions explosion
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The Ashton-under-Lyne munitions explosion occurred on 13 June 1917 when the Hooley Hill Rubber and Chemical Works caught fire and exploded. The factory was engaged in the production of TNT for the war effort and was completely destroyed. Forty-three people were killed and most of the surrounding area was left devastated.
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1917 disaster
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashton-under-Lyne_munitions_explosion
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2022-12-08T16:14:33Z
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