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Copenhagen Fire of 1728

When: 1728
Where: Copenhagen
Episodes: 1

The Copenhagen Fire of 1728 occurred in the Danish capital and is recorded as the largest fire in the city's history.

Episodes

1728 · CopenhagenThe 1728 Conflagration
A major fire occurred in Copenhagen in 1728, recognized as the largest in the city's history.

Background and detail

Overview. Copenhagen, the capital and most populous city of Denmark, experienced a major conflagration in 1728. Historical records identify this event as the largest in the history of Copenhagen.

Historical Significance. The event stands out in the urban history of Copenhagen due to its scale. It is specifically cited as the largest fire in the history of the Danish capital, distinguishing it from other incidents.

Sources

Copenhagen Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16

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