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Ballantynes fire in 1947

Fighting the Ballantynes 1947 fire, Christchurch New Zealand.

The Ballantynes fire in Christchurch in 1947 is considered the worst fire in New Zealand history. It resulted in the deaths of 41 people.

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Rights: Christchurch City Libraries, File Reference: CCL PhotoCD 1, IMG0018
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