This Day

The Great San Francisco Earthquake (1906)

Apr 18, 2024
Exploring the political impact of the 1906 Great San Francisco Earthquake reshaping housing policy, demographic shift in the city, and setting a model for disaster response. The aftermath led to widespread destruction, chaos, and displacement, with survivors facing long-lasting impacts on the city's landscape. Rebuilding efforts included temporary wooden cottages as homes, challenges in long-term housing solutions, and conflicts around rent-to-own systems for lower-income residents.
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