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The Effects of the Eruption of 1902

After the eruption of 1902, Martinique never fully recovered. The ruins of the disastrous eruption still haunt the cities and the population was tremendously decimated. Despite this, Martinique has slowly recovered over time. This recovery was largely due to the tourist trade that helped to bring the population up to 6,000.

(Picture: Ruins of Martinique)