The massive 9.2 earthquake that struck Alaska in 1964 killed 131 people. Due to its timing, what was the nickname given to that unprecedented temblor?

The so-called "Good Friday Earthquake" struck on March 27, 1964, at 5:36 PM, causing ground fissures, the collapse of many structures, and tsunamis. Lasting almost 5 minutes, it's still the most powerful quake to ever hit North America, and ranks as the second most powerful in the world.

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