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From Silence to Testimony: Eastland Survivors Speak Out
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Explore the gripping tales of the survivors from the Eastland disaster! Episode 72 peels back the layers of history to reveal the human side of this tragic event.
Journey with me as I retrace my great-aunt Martha’s final steps, experiencing eerie sensations and unexpected emotions along the way. You won’t believe what happened at the disaster site!
Uncover the long-lost voices of survivors through newspaper articles. Hear the harrowing accounts of Marie Benes, Willard Brown, Stella Rytir, Meta Otto, Borghild Carlson, and others who lived to tell the tale.
Meet Libby Hruby, the pint-sized survivor with a larger-than-life personality. From her initial reluctance to her later crusade for remembrance, Libby’s story will captivate you.
Explore the fascinating historical context of many of these survivors’ backgrounds. Ever wondered why your ancestors might be listed as “Austrian” when they weren’t? Find out in this episode!
Discover the unsung heroes working nonstop to preserve these stories.
Don’t miss this episode that brings the Eastland Disaster to life through the eyes of those who lived it. It’s not just about a ship – it’s about the lives forever changed by that fateful day: July 24, 1915.
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Chapters
1. From Silence to Testimony: Eastland Survivors Speak Out (00:00:00)
2. Exploring Eastland Disaster Family History (00:00:07)
3. Remembering Eastland Disaster Survivors (00:15:38)
4. Tales of Eastland Disaster Survivors (00:28:53)
5. Tribute to Eastland Survivor, Libby Ruby (00:36:40)
6. Remembering Eastland Disaster Family History (00:48:28)
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