The Man Who Survived Doomsday | 100 Wonders | Atlas Obscura
Channel: Atlas Obscura
Date: 2015-09-08

The 1902 eruption of Mount Pelée was the worst volcanic disaster of the 20th century. It killed over 30,000 people and left one alive. This is the story of Ludger Sylbaris. Subscribe for new videos every Tues & Thurs - http://bit.ly/1PcJ14b

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Written and hosted by Dylan Thuras (@dylanthuras)

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