Events tagged with "cultural-event"

Historical Events tagged with "cultural-event"

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Cultural Traditions

Mardi Gras Stampede in Haiti

February 17th, 2015 10 years ago

During a Mardi Gras parade in Port-au-Prince, a stampede occurred, resulting in numerous casualties. Eighteen people were killed and 78 others sustained injuries as chaos erupted among the crowd. The event was attended by thousands and took place in a vibrant atmosphere typical for such celebrations, highlighting the cultural significance of Mardi Gras in Haiti.