History Of The Monongah Mines Relief Fund: In Aid Of Sufferers From The Monongah Mine Explosion, West Virginia (1910) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164673477)

The book ""History Of The Monongah Mines Relief Fund: In Aid Of Sufferers From The Monongah Mine Explosion, West Virginia (1910)"" is a detailed account of the Monongah Mines Relief Fund, which was established to provide aid and support to the victims of the Monongah Mine Explosion in West Virginia in 1910. The book is written by the Monograph Mines Relief Committee, who were responsible for organizing and managing the relief fund.The Monongah Mine Explosion was one of the worst mining disasters in American history, with over 360 miners losing their lives in the tragedy. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the disaster, including the causes of the explosion and the immediate aftermath. It also details the efforts of the relief fund to provide assistance to the families of the victims, including financial support and medical care.The book includes a wealth of historical information, including photographs, newspaper articles, and personal accounts from survivors and family members of the victims. It also provides a detailed analysis of the impact of the disaster on the local community, as well as the broader implications for the mining industry and worker safety.Overall, ""History Of The Monongah Mines Relief Fund"" is an important historical document that provides a unique insight into one of the most devastating mining disasters in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of mining, worker safety, and disaster relief efforts.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.

Author: Monograph Mines Relief Committee
ISBN-10: 1164673475
ISBN-13: 9781164673477
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 186
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.40d