What started out as a beautiful May day in 1849 would, by dawn the next day, see half the City of St. Louis become a smoldering ruin. Relive this harrowing night and learn about the causes and effects of this devastating tragedy. You will also learn about the history and the bravery of the many volunteer Firemen who fought the blaze through the night and of the tragic yet heroic deed that finally saved the city from utter destruction.