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The Great Fire of London Begins

Sep 2, 2024
On September 2, 1666, a bakery on Pudding Lane sparked the Great Fire of London, engulfing a third of the city in flames. Witness chaos as citizens panic and the King mobilizes firefighting efforts to restore hope. Explore the aftermath and the ambitious rebuilding led by architect Christopher Wren, transforming London with iconic designs like St. Paul's Cathedral. This fiery catastrophe reshaped the city’s landscape and ushered in a new era of urban planning.
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