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Bottle rocket

A family friend was staying with my grandparenta in a hotel while my grandmother was taking part in a civil war reenactment. Somehow, he got some black powder. Of course the best course of action at this point was to put it in a bottle and shake it vigorously. He was hospitalized with severe burns and a blackened and swollen face. He didn't remove himself then, but he probably will someday.

Submitted on 12/11/2018

Submitted by: Dominic Hines
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Candi said:
Definitely Keep: Personal Account
Well, that's a new one! Just when you think the stupid bar can't go any higher... Thanks, Dominic!


Bruce said:
Definitely Keep: Personal Account
A literal "bottle" rocket. Unbelievable! Thanks, Dominic.