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When was the 1755 Lisbon earthquake?
Quick Answer
The Lisbon earthquake struck on November 1, 1755. It was followed by fires and a tsunami that devastated the city.
The Full Story
The great Lisbon earthquake struck on November 1, 1755, All Saints’ Day. It destroyed much of the Portuguese capital and was followed by fires and a tsunami. The disaster killed tens of thousands of people and shocked Europe’s thinkers and scientists. It is often treated as one of the first modern disasters to be studied with a broad scientific and philosophical response.
Key Facts
1.November 1, 1755
2.Followed by fires and a tsunami
3.Killed tens of thousands of people
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