Whether natural or man-made, disasters simultaneously cause massive destruction and unity of people trying to help those in need. Discover some of the world's worst disasters in this collection.
The country comes to the aid of Chicago, but no one pays any attention to the other Midwest cities which also burn on October 8.
Clara Barton raises money for the homeless and sends strawberry plants to farmers.
Color photos of the Great Depression provide a glimpse into the lives of people enduring hardship while still keeping love in their lives.
On 1 Feb 2003, the crew dies and parts of Columbia are scattered as the shuttle disintegrates over a large area.
The Columbia carries a well-trained crew of seven when it launches in 2003.
Columbia's first mission, in 1981, proved that a space shuttle could lift-off, travel in space and return to earth.
Columbia's launch appears perfect, but debris strikes the shuttle's left wing.
Engineers observe increasing heat in the Challenger's left wheel well upon reentry.
Children as well as adults must ration food and many other items.
Read a poem about the life of Daniel Perez Cueva, a 21 year-old junior in International Studies.
David Karnes and Jason Thomas help find and pull survivors from the wreckage after the towers fall; Jimeno and McLoughlin are the last saved.
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