Chicago fire of 1871, also called Great Chicago Fire, conflagration that began on October 8, 1871, and burned until early October 10, devastating an expansive swath of the city of Chicago. read more
The Chicago Fire of 1871, also called the Great Chicago Fire, burned from October 8 to October 10, 1871, and destroyed thousands of buildings, killed an estimated 300 people and caused an estimated $200 million in damages. read more
This Day in History: 10/08/1871 - The Great Chicago Fire. In this "This Day in History" video clip learn about different events that have occurred on October 8th. read more