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In October 1871, a devastating fire swept through the heart of “The Queen of the West,” destroying $200,000,000 worth of property and leaving 100,000 homeless. A turning point in the development of architecture, the 1871 Chicago Fire cleared the ground for renovation, allowing for the advancement of new architectural styles with dedication to fire safety, technology, and efficiency. In turn, this destructive fire fueled the city's growth as a prominent urban center.