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What was the ultimate fate of the Crystal Palace for the Great Exhibition of 1851 in London?

Question #149170. Asked by BigTriviaDawg.
Last updated Mar 20 2023.
Originally posted Mar 20 2023 7:59 PM.

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In 1852, it was dismantled and moved to South London, in an area that would be called "Crystal Palace." The exhibition facility struggled to earn its keep and fell into disrepair. In 1936 the building caught fire and was destroyed.

It's worth checking out the following link: there are some great photos.

link https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/museum/london-fire-brigade-history-and-stories/fires-and-incidents-that-changed-history/the-crystal-palace-fire/

Mar 20 2023, 8:07 PM
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