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- HISTORY -
The Sea Islands Hurricane
In August 1893,
a major hurricane, known as the "Sea Islands
Hurricane" struck the offshore barrier islands of Georgia
and South Carolina. Over 1,000 people were killed (mostly by
drowning); and 30,000 or more were left homeless as nearly every
building along the barrier islands was damaged beyond repair.
After the disaster, a 10-month relief effort was run by the
American Red Cross.
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