December 6
The Halifax Explosion
One of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history occurred in Halifax, Canada, in 1917, resulting from a tragic collision between two ships laden with explosive materials. This catastrophe claimed nearly 2,000 lives and transformed the city forever.
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