| The Fargo Fire of 1893 Contributor(s): Teigen, Danielle (Author) |
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ISBN: 1467142638 ISBN-13: 9781467142632 Publisher: History Press OUR PRICE: $19.79 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2020 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | United States - State & Local - Midwest(ia,il,in,ks,mi,mn,mo,nd,ne,oh,sd,wi - Social Science | Disasters & Disaster Relief |
| Dewey: 978.413 |
| LCCN: 2020940261 |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 6" W x 8.9" (0.70 lbs) 160 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In 1893, Fargo was simply trying to thrive amid an impending national depression. One Wednesday afternoon in June, a ferocious fire quickly devoured hundreds of businesses and more than thirty blocks in the heart of the fledgling city. Residents were stunned, but they weren't defeated. Through perseverance, grit and some helpful insurance money, owners immediately began rebuilding. The arduous reconstruction ended up protecting the city against unemployment and poverty. Author Danielle Teigen describes the efforts and individuals who helped rebuild a stronger, better city. More than a century later, that resilience and determination continues to be a hallmark of the Gateway to the West. |