Today in History: The Great Chicago Fire begins
- Posted on October 8, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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Today in History: The Great Chicago Fire begins
On Oct. 8, 1871, the Great Chicago Fire began; more than 300 people died and more than 17,000 structures were destroyed during the three-day blaze.
