The Eastland disaster and 7 other dark moments in Illinois history

Illinois’ past is filled with some of the nation’s worst disaster sites and notoriously morbid events. From the deadliest commercial airlines crash in U.S. history to the most infamous Prohibition-era mass execution, Illinois has had more than its fair share of dark days.

Some of these fatal and ill-fated events have been forgotten, while others permanently scarred the state. If you have been around long enough, you’ll surely remember a few of these tragic happenings.

Here are eight sites that are home to some of Illinois’ most notorious and calamitous events.

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