Great Fire of London: The Forgotten Victims

This episode unpacks who was left behind after the blaze – homeless households without titles, displaced servants and immigrants – and how property law and xenophobia shaped their fate. We explore contemporary records and court cases to show the fire’s social fallout beyond brick‑and‑mortar rebuilding. The discussion also highlights how modern disaster policy can learn from these overlooked narratives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices