The Great Fire of 1872 On November 12, 1872, a huge fire wiped out 65 acres of Boston, destroying most of Bostonīs financial district. Many people had warned that a fire was likely, given the crowded nature of the city and lack of fire equipment. It is unknown what sparked the fire.
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