As many as 1,000 people died and over 1 million were left homeless during the catastrophic Mississippi River flood of 1927.
Synopsis
As many as 1,000 people died and over 1 million were left homeless during the catastrophic Mississippi River flood of 1927.
Synopsis
Greenville, Mississippi, faced a catastrophic flood in the spring of 1927. The Mississippi River overflowed after weeks of heavy rain, devastating hundreds of towns. The disaster killed up to a thousand people and left a million homeless. In Greenville, the majority black population struggled against the wealthy Percy family, who owned vast plantations. Conflicts arose over land and resources as the river wreaked havoc. This event marked a significant moment in American history, revealing deep divisions in society.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the devastating impact of the 1927 Mississippi River flood.
- Meet the Percy family and their role in the flood's aftermath.
- Find out how race and power shaped the disaster response.
Did You Know
- The Mississippi River flood in 1927 left a million people homeless.
- Up to a thousand people died due to the flooding in 1927.
- The flood affected hundreds of towns from Cairo, Illinois to New Orleans.
- The conflict in Greenville involved the majority black population and the Percy family.
Perfect For
Frequently Asked Questions
What year did the Mississippi River flood occur?
The Mississippi River flood occurred in the spring of 1927.
How many people were killed by the 1927 Mississippi River flood?
The flood killed as many as a thousand people.
What was the impact of the flood on the population?
The flood left a million people homeless.
What are people saying?
Play More Like This
Explore Fatal Flood
Browse more like this
Related Films
Is this your film?
If you made this film or hold the rights to it, we'd like to talk. We can license it and pay you a share of what it earns.
Comments