The Catastrophe That Shook Lisbon #lisbon #shook #history #catastrophe #shorts

on November 1st 1755 a catastrophic earthquake struck Lisbon Portugal with an estimated magnitude of 8.5 to 9.0 this immense Tremor caused widespread destruction leveling buildings and killing tens of thousands the devastation was compounded by a subsequent tsunami and massive fires leading to the near total Destruction of the city the disaster spurred a wave of philosophical inquiry with thinkers like Volta and rouso questioning Divine Justice and the nature of suffering recovery efforts were Monumental influencing urban planning and Disaster Response the event served as a stark reminder of Nature's power and Humanity's vulnerability in the face of unforeseen calamities