Chestertown

Fortitude and Strength Shine in Book about 1954 Chestertown Explosion

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Chestertown, Maryland residents are honoring the resilience and courage of the “greatest generation” in a new book chronicling the 1954 explosion that rocked their small town. The book vividly captures the strength displayed by the community in the face of tragedy, highlighting their unwavering fortitude. The explosion, which occurred at a munitions factory in Chestertown, … Read more

Explosion Memorial Marker Honors Victims of 1954 Chestertown Tragedy

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CHESTERTOWN, MARYLAND – A newly erected marker now stands as a solemn tribute to the lives lost in a tragic explosion that occurred at a facility in Chestertown back in 1954. The unveiling of this marker serves as a poignant reminder of the impact that this event had on the community and the families affected. … Read more