Aberfan DISASTER Claims 144 Lives | Today in History (1966)

On October 21, 1966, a landslide struck the small Welsh village of Aberfan, engulfing Pantglas Junior School and homes below the hillside. In just minutes, 144 lives were lost, most of them children.

This video explores the events leading up to the disaster, the heroic efforts of rescuers, and how the village, the nation, and the world responded. From the warnings that went unheeded to the reforms in mine safety that followed, Aberfan’s story is one of both profound loss and remarkable resilience.

Discover how the tragedy unfolded, how families coped with unimaginable grief, and how a village came together to honor the memory of its children. These events shaped a community and left a lasting impact on industrial safety practices across the UK.

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