The Cog Railway Disaster: White Mountain National Forest
Summary
Hosts Danielle and Cassie explore the 1967 Mount Washington Cog Railway disaster, where a misaligned switch caused a passenger car to detach and plummet down the steep mountain. They detail the harrowing crash, the heroic rescue efforts, and the tragic loss of eight lives. The episode also features a humorous confession from Danielle, who admits she has never actually visited the summit despite her New Hampshire roots.
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