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1960 Press Photo 38 Die in Mining Accident-Karl Marx Mine Zwickau/East Germany

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86 miners still closed in For more than two days already, 86 miners are closed in 1100 m depth in the Karl Marx Mine in Zwickau/East Germany. Life saving teams are working hard against fire, smoke and gas. So far, they were able to rescue 40 miners, partly severely injured, and 38 bodies. OPS:- One of the rescued miners visited by Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Michael Gehring - centre - and Lord Mayor of Zwickau, Seifried - right - in the hospital.

Photo measures 6 x 8.25 inches.

Photo is dated 02-02-1960.



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