The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 is the most famous fire in American history. It began 150 years ago on the evening of Oct. 8 and burned until the morning of Oct. 10. The event was devastating, causing ...
After the Great Fire in 1871, Chicago’s mayor declared martial law. The military occupation ended days later, after the death of a civilian. On Oct. 8, 1871, the Great Chicago Fire devastated the city ...
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, architecture experts say Chicago's rebuilding effort after the Great Chicago Fire helped shape modern cities across America and around the world.