CROSSES OF IRON: The Tragic Story of Dawson, New Mexico, and Its Twin Mining Disasters
On October 22nd, 1913, 261 miners and two rescuers died when a massive explosion ripped through a mine operated by Phelps, Dodge & Company in Dawson, New Mexico. Then again on February 8th, 1923, a second blast claimed the lives of another 120 miners, with two survivors. Today, the only hint of what was once considered the largest company-owned town can be found at historic Dawson Cemetery. 16 pages of photos.
Format: Paperbound
Pages: 223
Publisher: UNMP
Publishing status: Current
ISBN: 9780826365286
Item #: 7935218
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