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1385 Sand Cave
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Category: Markers
Marker reads, Floyd Collins was first to explore Sand Cave.Fallen rock trapped him in narrow passage 150 feet from entrance, January 30, 1925. Rescuers reached him with food and heat for short time.Aid cut off by shifting earth closing passage.Engineers sank 55 foot shaft but unable to reach Collins body until February 16.Rescue attempt publicized worldwide. Aroused sympathy of nation.
