Historical Events tagged with "st-hilaire"
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Canada's Deadliest Railway Catastrophe
A train carrying predominantly German and Polish immigrants tragically derailed after failing to stop for an open drawbridge, leading to the train's plunge into the Rivière Richelieu near St-Hilaire, Quebec. The disaster resulted in the deaths of at least 99 individuals, marking a significant calamity in Canadian transportation history. Eyewitness accounts describe chaos and devastation as rescue attempts were hindered by the difficult conditions of the water and wreckage. This incident highlights the dangers faced by early railway systems during an era of rapid expansion and technological advancement.
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