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The 1906 San Francisco Earthquake

American History Hit

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The 1906 San Francisco Earthquake and its Impact

This chapter provides a historical overview of San Francisco in 1906 and the significant events that unfolded before and during the devastating earthquake. It discusses the city's development, demography, and its connection to the California Gold Rush. The chapter then delves into the earthquake itself, highlighting the foreshock and main shock, the impact on buildings and infrastructure, and the subsequent fires that engulfed the city. It concludes by mentioning the reconstruction of San Francisco and its enduring influence on America and the world.

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