The Book of Great American Firecrackers 1900-1965

American Firecrackers 1900-1965, the most dangerous era of American fireworks history is the historical account of the manufacture of explosive fireworks in the early 20th century in America. It is also a collectors guide to American firecracker labels and packaging, pricing and rarity. This book chronicles the development, patents, products and plant disasters of the firecracker manufacturers during the heyday of the large cannon cracker, cherry bomb and M-80 firecrackers and the tales of the people who made and used them. Featuring over 150 full color pictures, 50 B&W illustrations and a free full color poster depicting all manner of vintage American made firecrackers.