"At 5:12 a.m. on April 18, 1906, a massive earthquake estimated at magnitude 7.9 struck along the San Andreas Fault, violently shaking San Francisco and the surrounding region. Buildings collapsed, streets split open, and gas lines ruptured."
"In the hours that followed, fires ignited across the city and burned for three days, destroying more than 28,000 buildings and leaving roughly 250,000 residents homeless."
"Despite the devastation, the disaster also sparked one of the most remarkable rebuilding efforts in American urban history, reshaping San Francisco's architecture, infrastructure, and civic identity."
"John Martini is a historian, author, and retired National Park Service ranger known for his engaging presentations on San Francisco history and military history in the Bay Area."
The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel continues its monthly speaker series, 'Making History Fun Again,' focusing on San Francisco's past. On April 16, 2026, historian John Martini will present on the 1906 earthquake and fire, a pivotal event in the city's history. The earthquake, measuring 7.9, struck at 5:12 a.m. on April 18, causing widespread destruction and homelessness. Despite the devastation, the disaster led to a significant rebuilding effort that transformed the city's architecture and identity. Martini will use photographs and stories to illustrate the event's impact and the community's response.
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