The 1966 Aberfan Disaster
On 21 October 1966, a wall of coal waste roared down a hillside into the Welsh village of Aberfan, engulfing homes and Pantglas Junior School in seconds. One hundred and forty-four people were killed, including 116 children, in a tragedy that shocked the world and exposed a chain of negligence. In this episode, we revisit the heartbreaking events of that morning, the fight for justice, and the legacy that ensures Aberfan is never forgotten.
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