London CNN —The Great Fire of London in 1666, which razed 436 acres of the mostly-timber city and lasted for four days, was so devastating it secured its place in the history books.
Now, experts say they have identified the first person to witness the fire and raise the alarm as Thomas Dagger, a journeyman baker in Thomas Farriner’s bakery on Pudding Lane.
This woodcut, later colorized, shows the Great Fire of London in 1666 by English School.
Museum of London, UK“It was fascinating to find out more about what happened on that famous night.
The new discoveries will be included in the Museum of London new site in Smithfield, which will open in 2026.
Persons:
Thomas Dagger, ”, Farriner’s, Kate Loveman, –, Thomas Dagger’s, didn’t, ” Loveman, “
Organizations:
London CNN, Research, Museum of London, CNN, University of Leicester, English School . Museum of London, Museum of
Locations:
London, Thomas Farriner’s, Pudding Lane, St, Paul’s, Museum of London, Smithfield