Episode 1756
The Italian Hall Disaster & the Treaty of Ghent | December 24
In 1913, the Italian Hall disaster occurred in Calumet, Michigan, when a false…
Michigan Minute · WKAR Public Media
December 24, 20251m 0s
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Show Notes
In 1913, the Italian Hall disaster occurred in Calumet, Michigan, when a false "fire" alarm during a children’s Christmas party led to a deadly stampede, killing several, including many children. It’s believed the alarm was triggered by a strikebreaker. On this day in 1814, the Treaty of Ghent was signed, ending the War of 1812 and leading to the return of captured territory, including Fort Mackinac to the United States.