Will Irwin

San Francisco Before And After The Earthquake

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In April 1906, San Francisco faced devastating destruction from a massive earthquake followed by relentless fires. Will Irwin, who was living in New York at the time, captured the heart-wrenching essence of a city lost in a poignant article for The Sun titled The City That Was. Four years later, upon returning to San Francisco, he marveled at the remarkable transformation and resilience of the city, penning a second piece for The San Francisco Call called The City That Is. Irwins initial work gained widespread acclaim, solidifying his reputation as a talented reporter. Join us as we explore th...

Author

Will Irwin

Category

History

Podcast website

www.spreaker.com

Latest episode

Mar 5, 2026

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Episodes

003 - The City That Is 1910 05.03.2026

In April 1906, San Francisco faced devastating destruction from a massive earthquake followed by relentless fires. Will Irwin, who was living in New York at the time, captured the heart-wrenching essence of a city lost in a poignant article for The Sun titled The City That Was. Four years later, upon returning to San Francisco, he marveled at the remarkable transformation and resilience of the cit...

002 - The City That Was A Requiem Of Old San Francisco 1906 Part 2 05.03.2026

In April 1906, San Francisco faced devastating destruction from a massive earthquake followed by relentless fires. Will Irwin, who was living in New York at the time, captured the heart-wrenching essence of a city lost in a poignant article for The Sun titled The City That Was. Four years later, upon returning to San Francisco, he marveled at the remarkable transformation and resilience of the cit...

001 - The City That Was A Requiem Of Old San Francisco 1906 Part 1 05.03.2026

In April 1906, San Francisco faced devastating destruction from a massive earthquake followed by relentless fires. Will Irwin, who was living in New York at the time, captured the heart-wrenching essence of a city lost in a poignant article for The Sun titled The City That Was. Four years later, upon returning to San Francisco, he marveled at the remarkable transformation and resilience of the cit...

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