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In 1966, in a small village in South Wales, on the 21st. of October, Pantglas Junior School was engulfed by a slide of mud and coal slag. One hundred and forty four souls lost their lives, including one hundred and sixteen children.
The sky was grey and sullen
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a touching poem about a tragedy that is still remembered now
Yes, I remember the Aberfan disaster - a tragedy indeed, and which has been followed by many more tragedies since. Leaves one to question God - I am not a believer, so there is no question for me here. I question humanity.
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7/24/2025 8:51:21 PM # 1.0.0
A very well written poem. A dreadful day,21st October 1966, the day I became an atheist. If you get the chance have a look at my own poem called Aberfan.