Halifax Explosion of 1917
From Remember That Time: An Historical Podcast by rememberthatpod
April 13, 2026 · 1h 10m · Episode 174
About this episode
This episode discusses the tragic Halifax Explosion of 1917 and its impact on the community and advancements in medical and social services.
CONTENT WARNING: This episode is about a tragic incident, so there are mentions of death in large numbers. There are also extended discussions about eye injuries. This week, we're discussing a tragic event that resulted in the destruction of a community, the death and injury of many, and the advancements of medical and social services throughout North America. Let's learn all about the Halifax Explosion of 1917.
Topics covered
- Halifax Explosion
- tragedy
- community destruction
- medical advancements
- social services
- death and injury
Keywords
- Halifax Explosion
- 1917
- tragedy
- community
- medical advancements
- social services
- death
- injury
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Halifax
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