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The MGM Grand Hotel fire in 1980 was one of the most deadly fires in American history. | Las vegas photos, Old vegas, Grand hotel
This day in history, November 21: 87 people die in fire at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas - Chicago Tribune
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Classic Las Vegas on Twitter: "Tonight a look back at November 21st 1980, the MGM Grand fire. Thank goodness for modern fire safety systems. https://t.co/LN6Lj0bFeS" / Twitter
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