1837 Surat fire
A fire broke out in Surat, India, which went on to destroy about 75% of the city.
In context
- When
- Monday, April 24 1837189 years ago
- Category
- Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
- Era
- 19th century · 1830s
- Recorded from
- Wikipedia “On this day” feed
Russia, Greece and some other countries used the Julian calendar into the early 20th century, so local records may show a date up to 13 days earlier.
At a glance
Dates: From 1837.
What happened
A fire broke out in Surat, India, which went on to destroy about 75% of the city.
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When did 1837 Surat fire happen?
April 24 1837 — 189 years ago, on a Monday.
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