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Disaster in 1872

Lone Pine, California
· Grave of 1872 Earthquake Victims
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On March 26, 1872, a major earthquake shook Owens Valley and nearly destroyed the town of Lone Pine. Twenty seven persons were killed. In addition to single burials, 16 of the victims were interred in a common grave enclosed by this fence.
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