By Kankakee Times |
Dec 30, 2023
On December 30, 1903, the Iroquois theater in Chicago became the site of the deadliest fire in the history of the United States. This tragic event claimed the lives of over 600 people and left a lasting impact on fire safety and emergency protocols in theaters worldwide.The Iroquois theater was a popular venue, known for its grandeur and capacity to accommodate large audiences. On that fateful day, it was filled with theatergoers eagerly awaiting the matinee performance of the musical "Mr. Bluebeard." However, the joy and excitement quickly turned into horror as a fire...