London Fire of 1666

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf historical event
gptkbp:aftermath introduction of fire safety regulations
rebuilding_of_London
gptkbp:causedBy accidental fire
gptkbp:date September 2, 1666
gptkbp:defeated destruction of several important buildings
destruction of thousands of homes
destruction_of_St._Paul's_Cathedral
gptkbp:finaleDate September 6, 1666
gptkbp:historicalSignificance increased awareness of fire hazards
one of the largest disasters in London history
changed_the_landscape_of_London
led_to_the_Great_Rebuilding_of_London
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label London Fire of 1666
gptkbp:impact cultural references in literature
influence on fire insurance policies
significant urban planning changes
gptkbp:location gptkb:London
gptkbp:notablePerson gptkb:King_Charles_II
gptkb:Sir_Christopher_Wren
Samuel Pepys
gptkbp:relatedEvent gptkb:Great_Plague_of_London
Restoration of the monarchy
influence on architecture
urban renewal initiatives
influence on public health policies
changes in land ownership patterns
improvements in firefighting techniques
influence on the arts and literature
construction of new churches
changes in building materials
changes in urban planning laws
development of fire brigades
development of fire prevention strategies
development of the insurance market
increased government regulation of building codes
increased insurance industry growth
influence on future fire safety measures
influence on future urban disasters
influence on public safety measures
influence on the insurance industry
changes_in_social_structures_in_London
creation_of_the_Fire_of_London_Monument
cultural_shifts_in_London_society
establishment_of_the_Fire_Court
impact_on_the_economy_of_London
impact_on_the_historical_narrative_of_London
impact_on_trade_and_commerce_in_London
increased_population_density_in_London