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An explosion of guncotton occurs in Stowmarket, England, killing 28.

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Stowmarket Guncotton Explosion

1871 industrial disaster in Suffolk, England

The Stowmarket Guncotton Explosion happened on 11 August 1871 at the Prentices Guncotton Factory in Stowmarket, Suffolk. It was blown up by two massive explosions, that occurred within the factory, killing 28 people and injuring approximately 70 others.
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August 11

Day of the year

August 11 is the 223rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 142 days remain until the end of the year.
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