JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — As we approach its 135th anniversary, we continue to look back on the events leading up to and after the Great Johnstown Flood of 1889.
Even in the face of mortal danger, the citizens of Johnstown immediately turned their thoughts towards others.
Many braved the chaos and headed out to assist in any way they could.
The city showed remarkable resiliency and unity in the wake of the tragedy.
There are several stories that embrace the determination of the city and its people to stand "steadfastly" beside one another in the wake of disaster, including intimate accounts of both tragedy and joyous reunions.
The members of the South Fork Hunting and Fishing Club opened up the clubhouse and cottages to any citizen of Johnstown who needed a place to stay.
They also contributed to the cost of the cleanup and recovery efforts but it can still be argued today whether they did enough.
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