The Deadliest Flood in America: Johnstown 1889 - CAMBRIA County

The rains that fell in late May of 1889 would bring change, but not the kind of change to residents of Johnstown would enjoy. What followed would cost thousands their lives and would leave utter devastation in its wake. Would the lessons learned from such a catastrophy would not be ignored? How could Johnstown possibly hope to recover from such a disaster? Find out in this episode of Keystone Cuirosity.
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[@anthonymazzo7026]

Very well done!😀

[@jefferyforeman7905]

On May 31st, 1985 a tornado touched down in Dewert Pennsylvania

[@LumberjackPa]

We passed Johnstown on our way to Pittsburgh this past weekend, and my mother-in-law was giving us some history that she knew. This was very timely, and I also shared your video with her. Thanks for sharing!

[@keystonecuriosity]

Facinating place. I knew roughly what it was before going but it surprised me with how well put together it was. Glad you guys liked the video, hope you get the chance to visit someday!

[@charlieadams4893]

Bravo. Good work, sir.

[@keystonecuriosity]

Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@donnacarter2617]

Great video. It's sad that towns had to suffer from those who were ignorant and a tragedy that improved the structures.
Did you know that once the Lehigh River was owned a company, no other river had owned rights before.

[@blackcamel1872]

You left out one of the most important lessons of the flood. A state tax was imposed on liquor to help rebuild Johnstown. The town was rebuilt, but the tax was never removed and is still paid on liquor and wine today. 18%

[@charlieadams4893]

Quite true.

[@keystonecuriosity]

Today I Leaned. I actually did not know that and had to do some quick looking about it. You are correct, after the 1936 Johnstown Flood they insistuted the tax to pay for the canal and river wall system. Thanks for bringing that up!

[@brendafyock4842]

But there was still a 1977 flood

[@nickbruni8041]

👌🏼

[@williampengelly-om4nq]

Well worth the wait! Love your videos!

[@keystonecuriosity]

It takes a while but I'm glad you like the end results. Thanks for watching!