Monongah Mining disaster, Mining accident in the United States of America
The Monongah Mining disaster is considered one of the worst mining disasters in American history.
On December 6, 1907, an explosion occurred at the Fairmont Coal Company mines Nos. 6 and 8 in Monongah.
The Monongah Mining disaster highlighted the dangers faced by miners during the early 20th century.
Memorials have been erected to honor the victims of the Monongah Mining disaster.
The exact number of casualties remains uncertain, but it is estimated that at least 362 men lost their lives.
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