Chatsworth, Illinois -
Horrible Train Wreck Happened Here

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One of the worst in American rail history, according to its historical marker, followed by a hellish fire that seemed to accompany every train wreck back then.

Address:
US Hwy 24, Chatsworth, IL
Directions:
Three miles east of Chatsworth on US Hwy 24. Railroad is visible on N. 1200 Rd E.
Admission:
Free.

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Horrible Train Wreck Happened Here
One of the worst in American rail history, according to its historical marker, followed by a hellish fire that seemed to accompany every train wreck back then. Roadsideamerica.com Report...

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Horrible Train Wreck Happened Here

There is a state historical marker near the site. The event was one of the great horrors of late Victorian America, a prairie precursor to the Titanic. [William Dahlsten, 06/24/1998]

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