As a follow up to our program on “Women in the Civil War”, shown on May 12, this discussion documentary covers the Allegheny Arsenal explosion. In 1862 the Allegheny Arsenal, one of the nation's largest ammunition factories, exploded. Hundreds of young women perished in the flames, and it stands as the worst civilian disaster of the entire Civil War. As the nation reeled at the horror of the event, it was quickly forgotten when the terrible battle of Antietam began just one day later. Joining us this episode is Senator John Heinz History Center CEO and President Andy Masich and author Jim Wudarczyk. Provided by YouTube/Historian Brady Crytzer Official. Run time 54 minutes. Picture courtesy of history.net. Hosted by the CAST Senior Center, our Documentary Programs provide an endless variety of interesting subjects in a prerecorded, professional film format. They take us across the country and around the world, experiencing and learning about places and people which we wouldn’t otherwise have the opportunity to experience. Our documentaries are entertaining, informative, and inspiring. They offer a unique and powerful form of storytelling that captures your attention and provoke thought and discussion. Scheduled every Tuesday afternoon, unless noted, at 1pm at the CAST Senior Center, our Documentary Programs are free and open to the public. There are no membership dues and everyone is welcome to attend. Programming is provided by Curiosity U and other online providers. Check out our documentary program schedule every month and join us. We look forward to seeing you!