Large clouds of smoke from the spreading fires. The aftermat
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Large clouds of smoke from the spreading fires. The aftermat
Fires spreading through San Francisco, completing the ruin of the city. The business distract was completely devastated, with only the steel structures of modern buildings still standing. The San Francisco earthquake, measuring 7.9 on the Richter scale, occurred on the 18th April 1906. A violent shaking lasted for 45 seconds and could be felt from Southern Oregon to Southern Los Angeles. Three thousand people lost their lives a destruction to property amounted to $400000000
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This historical print captures the devastating aftermath of the San Francisco earthquake that struck on April 18th, 1906. The image shows large clouds of smoke billowing from spreading fires, completing the ruin of the city. The business district was left in shambles, with only the steel structures of modern buildings still standing amidst the destruction.
The earthquake, measuring a staggering 7.9 on the Richter scale, unleashed violent shaking that lasted for 45 seconds and could be felt as far north as Southern Oregon and as far south as Southern Los Angeles. Tragically, three thousand lives were lost in this natural disaster, and property damage amounted to a staggering $400 million.
This haunting photograph serves as an important reminder of the power of nature and the resilience of those who survived this catastrophic event. It is a snapshot frozen in time, capturing a moment when chaos reigned supreme and a city lay in ruins. The historical significance of this image cannot be understated, offering viewers a glimpse into a dark chapter in San Francisco's history that forever changed its landscape.
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