Ruins Of The Galveston Power House (1900 Original Black & White Film)

Experience the devastating power of nature in this rare black and white film from 1900, documenting the aftermath of the Galveston Cyclone. This historic footage reveals the destruction wrought upon the electric power and light supply building, which sustained significant damage from the cyclone's force. Witness the twisted iron machinery and solid masonry building, stark reminders of the immense power of the storm. This footage, captured amidst the chaos and danger by a brave team of photographers, provides a haunting glimpse into the aftermath of one of the deadliest natural disasters in U.S. history.Show more

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Vitagraph Company Of America, Thomas A. Edison, I. & Paper Print Collection. (1900) Panorama of Galveston power house. Smith, A. E., prod United States: Edison Manufacturing Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00694267