1951 Pont-Saint-Esprit mass poisoning, Mass poisoning in Pont-Saint-Esprit, France
The 1951 Pont-Saint-Esprit mass poisoning was a mysterious case involving tainted bread.
In August 1951, more than 250 people were affected by convulsions and hallucinations.
This incident has been referenced in various books and documentaries discussing ergotism and food safety.
The event led to heightened food safety regulations and awareness about ergot contamination.
Conspiracy theories link the CIA's MKUltra project to the poisoning as a covert experiment.
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