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The Lisbon Earthquake of 1755
On November 1, 1755, All Saints' Day, Lisbon was devastated by a massive earthquake, followed by a tsunami and fires that destroyed much of the city. This episode explores the catastrophe that killed tens of thousands, the intellectual and religious crisis it sparked across Europe, and the Marquis of Pombal's remarkable rebuilding effort. We discuss the seismic science of the time, the debate between faith and reason, and how the disaster reshaped Portuguese urban planning and Enlightenment thought. Key figures include Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo (the Marquis of Pombal), King…
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