Statements (61)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:historical_event
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Chicago
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| gptkbp:aftermath |
rebuilding of Chicago
creation of the Chicago Fire Academy establishment of the Chicago Fire Department |
| gptkbp:caused_by |
strong winds
dry conditions |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired literature
inspired art inspired music |
| gptkbp:ends_at |
October 10, 1871
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| gptkbp:historical_impact |
highlighted the need for better emergency response
influenced fire insurance policies inspired the establishment of fire safety education programs led to the establishment of the Chicago Historical Society changed public perception of fire safety encouraged community resilience initiatives increased awareness of urban fire hazards influenced the design of fire escape routes influenced the design of fire-resistant buildings influenced the development of fire alarm systems influenced the development of urban fire codes influenced the training of firefighters inspired future disaster response planning led to the creation of fire safety campaigns led to the development of firebreaks led to the establishment of fire drills in schools led to the establishment of fire hydrant systems prompted improvements in firefighting technology prompted the establishment of fire watch services shaped urban planning in the U. S. prompted the creation of disaster relief organizations influenced the establishment of fire safety standards in public buildings prompted the establishment of fire safety regulations in schools influenced the establishment of fire safety inspections. influenced the creation of fire-resistant materials led to the establishment of fire prevention organizations led to the creation of community fire safety programs influenced the establishment of the American Red Cross in Chicago inspired the creation of the National Fire Protection Association |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Great Chicago Fire
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| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:Great_Chicago_Fire_Festival
gptkb:Chicago_Fire_Monument various memorials |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Chicago,_Illinois
|
| gptkbp:media_coverage |
extensive newspaper reports
documentaries produced photographs taken during the event |
| gptkbp:notable_members |
gptkb:William_Henry_Seward
gptkb:Daniel_Burnham gptkb:Mrs._O'_Leary |
| gptkbp:occurs_in |
October 8, 1871
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| gptkbp:related_event |
gptkb:Great_Fire_of_London
gptkb:Peshtigo_Fire gptkb:San_Francisco_Earthquake |
| gptkbp:resulted_in |
destruction of thousands of buildings
approximately 300 deaths over 100,000 people left homeless |
| gptkbp:significance |
led to changes in building codes
influenced fire safety regulations |