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Boonville railway train wreck, New York State, USA
Boonville railway train wreck, on the New York Central Railroad, New York State, USA, 4 July 1908, in which five people died. Date: 1908
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Accident Accidents Carriages Crash Crashed Debris Fatal Loco Railroad Rails Rescue Rubble Smash Smashed Track Tracks
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1. Title: Tragic Railway Train Wreck in Boonville, New York State, USA, 1908. This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of a devastating train wreck that occurred on the New York Central Railroad in Boonville, New York State, USA, on 4 July 1908. Five lives were tragically lost in this accident, which saw two passenger carriages smashed against the engine and scattered debris and rubble strewn across the tracks. The scene is one of chaos and destruction, with the twisted metal and shattered glass of the carriages a stark reminder of the force of the impact. Rescue workers are seen in the foreground, frantically attempting to free those trapped inside the wreckage. The engine, known as a locomotive, lies at the heart of the disaster, its once powerful machinery now stilled and silent. The Boonville railway train wreck was a grim reminder of the risks associated with rail travel in the early 1900s. Despite advancements in technology and safety measures, accidents such as this continued to occur, often with devastating consequences. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of transportation accidents and the importance of continued efforts to improve safety and prevent such tragedies. This powerful image, taken from the extensive Mary Evans Prints Online archive, offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a poignant and thought-provoking insight into a pivotal moment in American history. Keywords: USA, America, New York, State, 1900s, accident, accidents, transport, rail, rails, railroad, track, tracks, carriage, carriages, railway, line, people, rescue, 1908, smash, smashed, crash, crashed, debris, rubble, fatal, engine, loco.
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