Historical Events tagged with "amalfi"

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Natural Disasters

Tsunami Devastates Naples and Amalfi Coast

November 25th, 1343 681 years ago

An immense tsunami struck the coastal regions of Naples and the Maritime Republic of Amalfi following a significant earthquake in the Tyrrhenian Sea. The tsunami led to widespread destruction, flooding coastal areas and damaging infrastructure. Thousands lost their lives and many more were displaced. The combination of the seismic activity and the subsequent wave caused substantial economic disruption in these maritime communities, altering their course for years to come.

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