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Texas City Explosion of 1947

April 15 through April 17 are the calendar days associated with the filing deadline for federal income taxes.  In Texas, they are also known for being the days that surround the anniversary of the Texas City Explosion.

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Posted on November 8, 2018August 5, 2020Categories maritimeTags disaster, history, texas
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