In what was the biggest man made explosion before the bombing of Hiroshima, a ship carrying explosives met an accident leading to explosion equivalent to 2.9 KT of TNT and obliterated everything in a half mile radius. AMI TV will air an original, The Halifax Explosion documentary detailing one of the worst man-made explosions in history and how it forever changed the lives of Canadians with sight loss.
The Halifax Explosion Documentary Air Date
The Halifax Explosion is produced by Ocean Entertainment and presented by AMI in association with the CBC and the City of Halifax. The documentary will premiere on Sunday, December 3 at 5 p.m. ET. The full documentary will be available online at AMI.ca after the initial broadcast.
The Halifax Explosion Documentary
That morning, two ships – one laden with high explosives – collided in the Halifax Harbour, causing a massive explosion. Thousands of people were killed and more than 9,000 were injured. Many people of all ages and from all walks of life sustained serious eye injuries causing sight loss, mainly from shards of glass and debris from the countless buildings that were destroyed.
Ultimately, the Halifax Explosion was a catalyst for the creation of one of the nation’s largest charities, the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB).
The documentary recounts the events from that day, including an animated recreation of the explosion, a comprehensive collection of archival material, and interviews with relatives of people who were there. Integrated Described Video guides the audience through the documentary, making it accessible for individuals who are blind or partially sighted.
The Halifax Explosion Trailer
Take a peek inside The Halifax Explosion documentary as survivors recount the horrors of the day.
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