WMHT Specials  The New York Capitol Fire (Preview)

Documentary tells the story of the greatest library fire disaster of modern times. Details

 

Program: WMHT Specials

Episode: The New York Capitol Fire (Preview)

On March 29, 1911, a terrible inferno raged at the New York State Capitol Building. This documentary draws on interviews, archival materials and reenactments to tell the story of that infamous fire, which took its toll via the destruction of irreplaceable historical documents, and which came to be known as the greatest library fire disaster of modern times.

Duration: (0:30)
Premiere Date: 03/31/2011
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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