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A massive tank of molasses exploded in Boston, flooding the city . . . — in syrup. . . — 1919…..A wave moved at 35 miles per hour. . 21 people died , Horses were trapped , Buildings collapsed. Boston smelled like molasses for decades , A flood that killed people. .and the city still couldn't be mad about it. . . -All from a tank…- that no one thought was dangerous.