Profession: Architect
Nationality:
English
Biography: One of England's most highly acclaimed architects; famous for designing St Paul's Cathedral, London.
Born: October 20, 1632
Birthplace: East Knoyle, Wiltshire, England
Star Sign: Libra
Died: February 25, 1723 (aged 90)
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The Great Fire of London
The Great Fire of London began on this day when sparks from a baker’s oven ignited his home. Fanned by strong winds, the blaze consumed 80 per cent of the city.
September 2, 1666St Paul's Defies Bombing Conflagration
There had been a church on this London spot for well over 1,000 years but it seemed only a miracle could save it from the inferno caused by 100,000 bombs.
June 21, 1675
Historical Events
- 1660-11-28 The Royal Society is formed at Gresham College, London, after a lecture by Christopher Wren, Gresham Professor of Astronomy
- 1697-12-02 St Paul's Cathedral, designed by Sir Christopher Wren is consecrated for use (previous building destroyed in the Great Fire of London)
Albert Kahn
Antoni Gaudi
Frank Lloyd Wright
Gustave Eiffel
Henry Bacon
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