How did the Chicago fire start?

Arely Tromp ∙

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∙ 5y ago

Updated: 7/27/2021

They say that a cow kicked a lantern in a barn owned by Patrick and Catherine O'Leary on 138 DeKoven Street on October 8, 1871 around 9:00 p.m.

Buddy Pacocha ∙

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∙ 4y ago

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How did Chicago fire start?

The cause of the Great Chicago Fire remains unknown.

When did the great Chicago fire start?

The Chicago Fire started on October 8, 1871.

Did a lantern really start the Chicago Fire?

The cause of the Great Chicago Fire remains unknown.

What state did the chicago fire start in?

Illinois.

Did the fire of 1881 in Chicago start the 1881 fire in cass city mi?

No it did not.

When did the Chicago fire start?

On Sunday, 8 October 1871.

Where did the great fire of Chicago start?

It stated at the O'Leary's barn.

When did Chicago fire start?

On Sunday, 8 October 1871.

Where could you find facts about the great Chicago fire?

The Chicago History Museum is a great place to start.

What day did the Chicago fire start?

Sunday, October 8, 1871

Where did the Chicago fire start?

In or near a barn at 137 DeKoven Street.

What are possible causes for the great Chicago fire?

There was three weeks of dry weather. Conditions were right for any little spark to start a fire. Any lit cigarette, or unattended fire could have been the cause of the Chicago Fire.

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