Schoolchildren's Blizzard No Warning 1

In the 1800s millions of people moved to the American midwest, drawn by promises of cheap, fertile land. But they were caught unprepared in January 1888, when a cold front swept down from Canada and caused a brutal blizzard that left thousands of schoolchildren stranded in drafty, uninsulated schoolhouses. Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at Listen to Against The Odds on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Experience all episodes ad-free and be the first to binge the newest season. Unlock exclusive early access by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial today by visiting now. See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at .

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Schoolchildren's Blizzard No Warning 1 is an episode from Against The Odds by Audible.

This episode is 00:39:53 long.

This episode was published on Jan 27, 2026.

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