San Francisco

Some of the key events about San Francisco

• 1776

  The Presidio of San Francisco was established as a Spanish military outpost.
• 1849

  The California Gold Rush began, leading to rapid growth and development of San Francisco.
• 1851

  The city experienced a series of devastating fires that destroyed much of the downtown area
• 1869

  The Transcontinental Railroad was completed, connecting San Francisco to the rest of the United States.
• 1906

  The city rebuilt itself rapidly and remarkably after a devastating earthquake and fire.
• 1906

  A massive earthquake and subsequent fires destroyed about 80% of San Francisco
• 1915

  The Panama-Pacific International Exposition showcased San Francisco's recovery and innovation.
• 1934

  A violent waterfront strike led to a city-wide general strike and violent clashes
• 1937

  The iconic Golden Gate Bridge was completed, becoming a symbol of the city.
• 1945

  The United Nations Charter was signed in San Francisco, establishing the international organization.
• 1967

  The "Summer of Love" in Haight-Ashbury became a defining moment of the counterculture movement.
• 1967

  The "Summer of Love" brought social problems including drug abuse and homelessness to the Haight-Ashbury district
• 1978

  The rainbow flag was first flown in the city, becoming a worldwide symbol for LGBTQ+ rights.
• 1978

  A tragic mass murder-suicide occurred at Jonestown, Guyana, involving many San Francisco residents
• 1989

  The Loma Prieta earthquake caused significant damage to the city's infrastructure
• 1993

  A mass shooting at a law firm in the Financial District left eight people dead and six wounded
• 2001

  The dot-com bubble burst, leading to significant job losses and economic downturn in the city
• 2007

  An oil spill in San Francisco Bay caused extensive environmental damage
• 2010

  The San Francisco Giants won their first World Series championship since moving to the city.
• 2020

  The COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted the city's economy and daily life

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