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The Alicante train derailment, October 5, 1912. A passenger train approaching Alicante station went off the track and crashed in to the station buildings, causing the death of nine people and seriously injuring 22 others. From Mundo Grafico, published 1912.
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The Alicante train derailment, October 5, 1912. A passenger train approaching Alicante station went off the track and crashed in to the station buildings, causing the death of nine people and seriously injuring 22 others. From Mundo Grafico, published 1912.
The Alicante train derailment, October 5, 1912. A passenger train approaching Alicante station went off the track and crashed in to the station buildings, causing the death of nine people and seriously injuring 22 others. From Mundo Grafico, published 1912
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A Tragic Railway Catastrophe: The Alicante Train Derailment of October 5, 1912 This haunting image captures the aftermath of one of the most devastating railway accidents in Spanish history. On October 5, 1912, a passenger train, seen here approaching Alicante station, went off the track and crashed into the station buildings. The cause of the derailment remains unclear, but the consequences were catastrophic. Nine lives were lost in the accident, and 22 people were left seriously injured. The station, once a symbol of modern transportation, now lay in ruins, its once grand facade reduced to rubble. The train cars, intended to carry passengers to their destinations, now served as grim reminders of the human cost of progress. The illustration, published in Mundo Grafico in 1912, offers a chilling glimpse into the past. It is a poignant reminder of the dangers that accompanied the rapid expansion of railway networks in the early 20th century. As the world continued to embrace the promise of new technologies, the risks and challenges they presented could not be ignored. This vintage engraving, with its intricate details and rich historical context, invites us to reflect on the past and the lessons it holds for us today. It is a reminder that, even as we continue to push the boundaries of what is possible, we must never forget the importance of safety and the human cost of progress.
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