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66 Topeka Tornado

66 Topeka Tornado

  • $ 4000


Hear the reactions - then and now - from those who were there including Bill Kurtis, national television journalist who was the local Topeka TV news anchor warning the public that night, "For God's sake, take cover!" former Topeka mayor Chuck Wright, who tells how he cried as he surveyed the damage; Dr. Jay Antle, Professor of History at Johnson County Community College, explains the facts behind the legend that safety from a tornado would be provided by Burnett's Mound; Dr. Irvin C. Rosen of the Menninger Clinic explores the defining events of the historic storm; and James B. Taylor, Emeritus Professor from the University of Kansas and author of the book, "Tornado: A Community Responds to Disaster," who identifies the psychological aspects of the tragedy. DVD

Not Seen on TV - BONUS DVD EXTRAS INCLUDED!
-"You Asked About Topeka" 1960's Film Highlights City Before Tornado
- First Tornado Advisory Ever Issued
- Extended Interviews
- Tornado Folk Song Music Video
- Website Link

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