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The Great Fire in Ottawa (engraving)
1599656 The Great Fire in Ottawa (engraving) by Holland Tringham, Joseph (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Fire in Ottawa. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 May 1900.
Holland Tringham); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22551476
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Ablaze Court House Fire Damage Flour Great Fire Heap House Of Commons Hull Main Street Ottawa Parliament Hill Canadians Victoria Island
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The Great Fire in Ottawa - A Devastating Inferno Engulfing a City
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. This photo print, captured by the talented artist Holland Tringham, depicts the horrifying scene of the Great Fire in Ottawa. The engraving showcases the sheer magnitude of destruction caused by this catastrophic event that took place on May 19,1900. As one gazes upon this image, they are immediately drawn to Parliament Hill and its iconic buildings standing tall amidst billowing smoke and raging flames. The fire's ferocity is evident as it engulfs not only government structures but also nearby landmarks such as St. James's Episcopal Church and St. Mary's Convent. The inferno spares no corner of Ottawa, leaving behind ruins and debris scattered across Main Street and Victoria Island. The McKay Milling Company, once a bustling hub of activity, now lies reduced to a heap of charred remnants. In the foreground, Chaudière Bridge stands ominously over the churning waters below while buildings throughout Hull appear ablaze in an eerie glow. This tragic event serves as a stark reminder of nature's power to ravage even the most developed cities. Tringham's masterful engraving captures both the devastation wrought by this great fire and pays homage to Canada's resilience in rebuilding from such adversity. It stands as a testament to the strength and determination exhibited by Canadians during times of crisis. This print serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst ruinous chaos, hope can be found within communities coming
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