[Milestones in history]

On April 18, 1906, an earthquake struck San Francisco. This book explains why California is called "earthquake country"; describes the death and destruction caused by the earthquake and the fires which raged for three days; tells about the relief supplies which were rushed to to the stricken city from all parts of the world and discusses the reconstruction of the city.

On April 18, 1906, an earthquake struck San Francisco. This book explains why California is called "earthquake country"; describes the death and destruction caused by the earthquake and the fires which raged for three days; tells about the relief supplies which were rushed to to the stricken city from all parts of the world and discusses the reconstruction of the city.