Palace of Westminster

Most of the Palace of Westminster in London was destroyed in a fire caused by the burning of wooden tally sticks.

In context

When: Thursday, October 16 1834192 years ago
Category: Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era: 19th century · 1830s
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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.

Dates: From 1834.

Most of the Palace of Westminster in London was destroyed in a fire caused by the burning of wooden tally sticks.

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October 16 1834 — 192 years ago, on a Thursday.

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