April 20
2010
Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill
On April 20, 2010, the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig suffered a catastrophic blowout in the Gulf of Mexico, leading to one of the largest marine oil spills in history. The spill resulted in the release of millions of barrels of oil, causing extensive environmental and economic damage. Read more
1914
The Ludlow Massacre
The Ludlow Massacre, a violent confrontation between striking coal miners and the Colorado National Guard, marked a pivotal moment in American labor history, highlighting the desperate struggles for workers' rights in the early 20th century. Read more
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