The White Cascade
The Great Northern Railway Disaster and America's Deadliest Avalanche
by:
Gary Krist
in:
U.S. History
Summary:
The book chronicles the harrowing events of the 1910 Wellington avalanche in Washington State, where a massive snowslide struck two trains stranded by a blizzard, resulting in the deaths of 96 people. It delves into the personal stories of the passengers and crew, the heroic rescue efforts, and the impact of the disaster on railway safety and avalanche understanding.
Key points:
1. The book details the 1910 Wellington Avalanche, one of America's deadliest avalanches, which killed over 96 people.
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