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Ashton-under-Lyne munitions explosion

1910s in Lancashire1917 disasters in the United Kingdom1917 in England1917 industrial disastersAshton-under-Lyne
Explosions in 1917Explosions in EnglandGovernment munitions production in the United KingdomIndustrial fires and explosions in the United KingdomJune 1917 events

The Ashton-under-Lyne munitions explosion occurred on 13 June 1917 when the Hooley Hill Rubber and Chemical Works caught fire and exploded. The factory was engaged in the production of TNT for the war effort and was completely destroyed. Forty-three people were killed and most of the surrounding area was left devastated.

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Ashton-under-Lyne munitions explosion
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