This Day in History November 12, 1983

By Ruth on November 12, 2013 in history
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Today’s feature involves an Amtrack train tragedy.  On this date in 1983, an Amtrak train derailed in Marshall, Texas killing four and injuring 72.  The reason it happened?  There was a section of railroad track that was being repaired, and there was an apparent break.  This had been the worst derailment accident in Amtrak’s history since 1971.  While this is a tragedy, those kinds of statistics are certainly better than some modes of transportation.

For more information:

http://trid.trb.org/view.aspx?id=214883

http://www3.gendisasters.com/mainlist/texas/Train+Wrecks+and+Accidents?page=1

http://www3.gendisasters.com/texas/16768/marshall-tx-amtrak-derailment-nov-1983

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

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