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The General Slocum Disaster: New York's Forgotten Tragedy

Free program at Riverhead Free Library


Wednesday, June 15 at 7 pm

The General Slocum disaster on June 15, 1904 was New York City’s worst tragedy before 9/11. It remains virtually unknown to most New Yorkers. Join a staff member, the granddaughter of a survivor, to learn the facts behind one of America’s worst maritime disasters. Register in person, by phone - 631.727.3228 or online at www.riverheadlibrary.org

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