History Of The Johnstown Flood

""History of the Johnstown Flood"" is a non-fiction book written by Willis Fletcher Johnson and originally published in 1889. The book details the catastrophic flood that occurred in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on May 31, 1889. The flood was caused by the catastrophic failure of the South Fork Dam, which had been poorly maintained and was unable to withstand heavy rainfall. The resulting flood killed over 2,200 people and caused widespread destruction in the town of Johnstown and surrounding areas.The book provides a comprehensive account of the disaster, including the events leading up to the flood, the immediate aftermath, and the long-term effects on the community. Johnson draws on a range of sources, including eyewitness accounts, official reports, and newspaper articles, to provide a detailed and vivid description of the disaster.In addition to documenting the flood itself, the book also explores the social and political context in which it occurred. Johnson discusses the role of the powerful industrialists who owned the South Fork Dam, as well as the response of the government and the public to the disaster.Overall, ""History of the Johnstown Flood"" is a gripping and informative account of one of the deadliest floods in American history. It offers a valuable perspective on the importance of infrastructure maintenance and disaster preparedness, as well as the ways in which communities can come together in the face of tragedy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.