The 1906 San Francisco earthquake was a catastrophic event, with its epicenter just off the coast and effects felt from Los Angeles to Oregon. It resulted in the destruction of 28,000 buildings and the death of 3,000 individuals, leaving over 200,000 homeless. However, the disaster sparked an incredible story of resilience among the city's residents, who united to rebuild their community and restore San Franciscoâs prominence as the capital of the American West by 1910. Visitors can learn about the courageous efforts of those who fought the ensuing fires and explore the few structures that survived the devastation, illustrating the struggle and revival that characterized this historical moment.
The devastation of the 1906 earthquake left San Francisco with 28,000 buildings destroyed and 3,000 lives lost, yet the city's spirit rallied for an inspiring rebirth.
Witness the resilience of San Franciscoâs people as they faced the challenge of rebuilding their lives and their city by 1910, transforming tragedy into an opportunity.
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