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Earthquake in the region of Smyrna, 1778
Author(s) : Shariat-Panahi S. Mohammad T. (9/6/2003)Translation : Velentzas Georgios
For citation: Shariat-Panahi S. Mohammad T., "Earthquake in the region of Smyrna, 1778",Encyclopaedia of the Hellenic World, Asia MinorURL: <http://www.ehw.gr/l.aspx?id=9706>
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Events
SUMMARY
A severe earthquake struck Smyrna on 3 July 1778 and caused extensive damage. The equally great earthquake that occurred two days later caused a fire that burnt down half of the city.
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Smyrna region
Date
3 and 5 July 1778
1. The earthquake of 3 July
2. The earthquake of 5 July and the fire
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