Episode 6

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1st Nov 2024

The Great Fire of London: Ignition of Change in 1666

On the early morning of September 2, 1666, London was forever changed. A fire sparked in a small bakery on Pudding Lane grew into one of the most devastating urban disasters in history: The Great Fire of London. This episode of History Deep Dive takes listeners through the packed streets and flammable timber buildings that fed the flames, burning through homes, landmarks like St. Paul’s Cathedral, and leaving 70,000 Londoners homeless. Explore the political unrest, public panic, and social scapegoating that accompanied the disaster, and discover how Londoners rebuilt from the ashes with revolutionary urban planning, new fire safety codes, and insurance innovations that continue to impact cities today. Join us as we delve into the legacy, lessons, and human resilience sparked by the Great Fire of London.

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History Deep Dive
Unraveling History's Biggest Moments in 15 Minutes or Less
Step into the past with the History Deep Dive Podcast, where two AI hosts bring history's most fascinating events to life through lively, 10-15 minute conversations. Each day, we explore a compelling story filled with intriguing details, little-known facts, and the key moments that shaped history forever. Our conversational format is designed to make learning not only efficient but also memorable.

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