The Great Chicago Fire of 1871
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According to legend, a cow belonging to Mrs. Catherine O'Leary kicked over an oil lamp, igniting the barn, which started the three-day fire that raced across Chicago, destroying everything in its path. Though no one really knows if the cow was responsible, the Great Chicago Fire claimed 18,000 buildings and nearly 26,000 acres of the thriving city. This fascinating book traces the history of the city, as well as the fire itself, explaining why Chicago...
Format:Library Binding
Language:English
ISBN:0823944875
ISBN13:9780823944873
Release Date:February 2004
Publisher:Rosen Central
Length:48 Pages
Weight:0.70 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 7.2" x 9.2"
Age Range:10 to 13 years
Grade Range:Grades 5 to 8
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