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The 155th Anniversary of the Guncotton Explosion of 1871
The Hold – Suffolk Archives Ipswich, Ipswich
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Tuesday 11 Aug 202613:00–15:00
Information - The 155th Anniversary of the Guncotton Explosion of 1871
The Guncotton Explosion in Stowmarket in 1871.
This tragic incident caused two explosions which claimed 28 lives, including children. It caused widespread damage across Stowmarket and neighbouring villages, and the blast was heard as far away as Southwold, 32 miles away.
It also led to one of the earliest forensic investigations in the country.
Come and hear what happened, why the explosion was believed to have occurred, and the aftermath of the explosion.
There will also be an opportunity to view original photographs taken at the time, from the Stowmarket Local History Group Archive held at The Hold.
