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The Tragedy of Virilla River
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The Tragedy of Virilla River

1926-01-01 · 1 min · Not rated

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A short actualité depicting the aftermath of an infamous accident in Costa Rica when an overcrowded train carrying mostly farmers and labourers derailed while crossing the Virilla River Canyon, killing at least 250.

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Directors
José Monturiol y Tenorio
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Costa Rica
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