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The Cannonball Loop. (Credit: Action Park)

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The Rise and Fall of Action Park, New Jersey’s Most Dangerous Water Park

It quickly earned the infamous nickname “Accident Park.”

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Authorities stand near the Fire Ball amusement ride after it malfunctioned, injuring several at the Ohio State Fair, Wednesday, July 26, 2017, in Columbus, Ohio.

The Deadliest Roller Coaster Accident in America

For over a century, roller coasters and other amusement park rides have provided thrills by walking the line between scary and fun.

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UNITED STATES - JULY 10: Daytime view looking over Dreamland in Coney Island. Coney Island Amusement Park (New York, N.Y.)

6 Early Amusement Parks

Take a trip through six of history’s most enchanting and influential amusement parks.

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