The Great Fire of London
In the fourth episode of 5 Minute Disasters, we revisit the Great Fire of London, which devastated the city in 1666. In just five minutes, we'll guide you through the events that led to the fire's outbreak in a small bakery on Pudding Lane, and how it quickly spread through London's narrow streets, fuelled by timber-framed houses. The fire raged for four days, destroying over 13,000 homes and iconic landmarks like St. Paul's Cathedral. Tune in to learn how this disaster reshaped the city and influenced its rebuilding efforts, leading to the modern metropolis we know today.
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