What Happened This Year 1741

Historical Events from This Year 1741

Natural Disasters

Oshima–Ōshima Eruption and Kampo Tsunami

August 29th, 1741 283 years ago

A massive eruption of Oshima–Ōshima triggered a tsunami that struck the Japanese coast, resulting in the drowning of at least 2,000 individuals. The powerful eruption occurred amidst heightened volcanic activity and caused significant waves impacting coastal communities. The geographical features and proximity of settlements to the volcanic island dictated the extent of the tsunami's devastation.

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