There are hundreds of books and websites devoted to the history of the San Francisco earthquake. We’ve listed some that we found especially useful and interesting below. Radio programme
An hour-long radio programme, sponsored by Lloyd’s, has been produced which tells the story of the quake. It will be broadcast by networks across the US to commemorate the centenary
CBS5 News
CBS5, a local news station in San Francisco, is showing live through their website, the earthquake commemoration service which will be taking place at Lotta's Fountain.
www.cbs5.comSan Francisco Museum and Historical Society
The Society is a non-profit organisation focused on preserving, interpreting, and presenting the historical heritage of San Francisco, from its variegated natural history to its lively human history.
www.sfhistory.org
Chinese Historical Society of America (CHSA)
The CHSA Museum and Learning Centre tells the rich story of Chinatown and the Chinese American experience, which was irrevocable and dramatically changed by the 1906 Earthquake and Fire.
www.chsa.org
Swiss Re report
Swiss Re's report is very detailed and packed with information of how the quake affected the insurance and reinsurance industries.
www.swissre.com
1906 The Great San Francisco Earthquake and Fire Book
Author: Darrell Heppner
One hundred years ago, the huge 1906 earthquake told through pictures, some in colour. The book contains over 80 images, and includes a chapter titled “Measuring an Earthquake”.
