Sujet
The Great Lisbon Earthquake
Légende
The Great Lisbon Earthquake of l November 1755 which destroyed much of the city and killed thousands of the inhabitants. The earthquake was followed by a tidal wave, and further damaged by fire that broke out. Aftershocks were felt many weeks after the main event. This historical event is described in the philosophical novel "Candide" by Voltaire (1759).
Date
1759
Crédit
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Notre référence
ARP07112_010046C
Licence
Droits gérés
Format disponible
23,8Mo (2,8Mo) / 30,0cm x 19,8cm / 3543 x 2344 (300dpi)