Statements (47)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:historical_event
|
| gptkbp:aftermath |
urban planning changes
increased insurance regulations establishment of the Chicago Fire Department mass homelessness population growth in Chicago |
| gptkbp:casualties |
approximately 300 deaths
|
| gptkbp:caused_by |
dry weather and strong winds
|
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired literature and art
|
| gptkbp:damage |
over 17,000 buildings destroyed
|
| gptkbp:date |
October 8, 1871
|
| gptkbp:duration |
approximately 2 days
|
| gptkbp:fire_department |
limited resources available
use of firebreaks involvement of neighboring towns |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
occurred during a period of rapid urbanization
|
| gptkbp:historical_event |
influenced local folklore
analyzed in historical studies subject of documentaries and films featured in educational curricula discussed in public forums inspired memorials and monuments subject of historical reenactments examined in sociological studies reflected in local traditions analyzed in urban studies commemorated in Chicago history inspired community resilience narratives represented in art exhibitions |
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
demonstrated the vulnerability of wooden structures
influenced fire prevention policies led to the development of fire-resistant materials highlighted the need for better urban infrastructure |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Great Fire of 1871
|
| gptkbp:impact |
economic loss estimated at $200 million
|
| gptkbp:influence |
inspired fire safety reforms
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Chicago,_Illinois
|
| gptkbp:notable_figures |
Mayor Roswell B. Mason
architect Daniel Burnham |
| gptkbp:related_event |
gptkb:Great_Chicago_Fire_of_1871
gptkb:Peshtigo_Fire |
| gptkbp:responds_to |
creation of the Chicago Relief and Aid Society
|
| gptkbp:reunion |
led to modern building codes
|
| gptkbp:significance |
one of the largest urban fires in U. S. history
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Green_Bay
gptkb:St._Thomas,_Ontario,_Canada |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
|