Historical Events tagged with "consolidated edison"
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George Metesky's First Bomb at Con Edison Building
George Metesky, known as the 'Mad Bomber', placed his first bomb at a Consolidated Edison office building in Manhattan, New York City. The bomb exploded in the building's basement, causing damage but no injuries. This act marked the beginning of a series of bombings attributed to Metesky, who was motivated by his belief that the company was responsible for his personal misfortunes, including an injury sustained at work. The explosion created widespread fear and prompted an extensive investigation into the threat of such bombings in urban settings.
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