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1 The 1760 Boston Fire

2 This important event was the Great Boston Fire

3 This horrible accident happened in Boston, Massachusetts

4 This tragedy happened on March 20 th 1760

5 There is no actual reason why the fire started. It was an accident, but back then in Boston small fires were part of everyday life.

6 No specific people were identified, but there was many people involved since 349 buildings were distroyed.

7 A small joiner’s shop caught fire and spread to a connecting shop, then a strong gust of wind blew the flames and scattered them.

8 A Complete History of the Boston Fire Department by Arthur Wellington Brayley http://en.wikepedia.org http://massmoments.org www.alternatehistory.com www.bos.frb.org www.liveauctioneers.com www.havardartmuseums.org

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