The Hartford Circus Fire: Tragedy Under the Big Top

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This July marks the 80th anniversary of the devastating fire that ripped through the Ringling Brothers big top tent in a matter of minutes leaving 167 dead and more than 700 injured.  It stands as one of the worst fires in U.S. history.  Come hear about the tragedy and about enduring mysteries about a beautiful young victim and a possible arsonist.

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