Texas City explosion of 1947

On April 16, 1947

The Texas City industrial incident occurred, killing 536 people.

Known as the Texas City disaster, the event was caused by an ammonium nitrate explosion.

This Day in History - April 16

1521

Martin Luther arrived at the Diet of Worms in Worms, Germany.

1632

The Holy Roman Empire appointed a new supreme military commander, Albrecht von Wallenstein.

1789

George Washington started his 220-mile journey to become the first President of the United States.

2017

A total of 662 Charlie Chaplin lookalikes gathered at the Chaplin Museum in Vevey, Switzerland.

1861

Abraham Lincoln outlawed business with the Confederate States during the Civil War.

What Happened on Apr 16?

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