Historical Events tagged with "narrows"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Airborne Express Flight 827 Fatal Crash

December 22nd, 1996 28 years ago

Airborne Express Flight 827 crashed in Narrows, Virginia, resulting in the loss of all six lives on board. The aircraft, a Douglas DC-8, encountered severe weather conditions during its approach to Roanoke Regional Airport. The flight had taken off from the Louisville International Airport on a cargo route. In the midst of rain and fog, the pilots struggled to navigate the challenging environment, ultimately leading to the devastating crash near the Appalachian Mountains.

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Military & Warfare

Supply Wagon Ambush at the Narrows

September 13th, 1812 212 years ago

A supply wagon bound for Fort Harrison was ambushed in the Narrows, resulting in a notable confrontation between American forces and Native American warriors. The incident underscored the challenges faced by U.S. forces during the War of 1812 as they struggled to maintain supply lines and protect isolated outposts from attacks.

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