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Hartford circus fire

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The Hartford circus fire, which occurred on July 6, 1944, in Hartford, Connecticut, was one of the worst fire disasters in United States history. The fire occurred during an afternoon performance of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus that was attended by 6,000 to 8,000 people. The fire killed at least 167 people, and more than 700 were injured. It was the deadliest disaster ever recorded in Connecticut.

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Hartford circus fire
Barbour Street, Hartford

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Fred D. Wish Museum School (Wish School)

Barbour Street 350
06120 Hartford
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Hartford Public Schools

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