1947 Texas City Disaster

April 16 & 17, 1947

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A photo of part of the business district in Texas City before the 1947 Texas City Disaster.
The Town
Phot of the Grandcamp moored at dockside.
The Grandcamp
Photo of firefighters on the dock moving firehoses into position to fight a fire on board the Grandcamp cargo ship before the explosions.
Fire on the Grandcamp
Photo of rescue workers searching through debris near the Monsanto Building.
First Explosion
Photo of the hull of the Wilson B. Keene listing in the waters of the port.
Second Explosion
Photo of rescue workers searching for survivors at the Texas City Terminal building.
Aftermath
Photo of the mass funeral service for victims of the 1947 Texas City Disaster.
Memorial Service
Photo of the altar memorial at Memorial Park in Texas City.
Recovery

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