Editorial Editorial Creative (RM) Creative (RF) NFL Content NFL AP Content Advanced search Advanced Search X Advanced Search London Crystal Palace Fire Overview Get price The Crystal Palace, famous London exhibition and amusement centre, was completely destroyed by fire. The vast building, constructed entirely of glass and wood, situated 550 feet above sea level on Sydenham Hill, was a blazing beacon that could be seen more than fifty miles around. The explosions as fireworks blew up, and the crash of glass as sections collapsed was heard at great distance. The blaze was the most spectacular seen in modern times. A general view of the fire at its height showing one of the imposing towers threatened by the blaze, on Nov. 30, 1936. The other tower collapsed. (AP Photo) Use Information This content is intended for editorial use only. For other uses, additional clearances may be required. ID: 3611301155 Creation Date: November 30, 1936 03:00:00 AM Submission Date: February 10, 2012 09:56:26 AM Photographer: Rider Source: AP Credit: ASSOCIATED PRESS Special Instructions: 01822 Resolution: 3000 x 2328 3.58 MB Location: London Transmission Reference: APHSL52565 Byline Title: STF Caption Writer: IP PG Usage Notes: This content is intended for editorial use only. For other uses, additional clearances may be required. X Message Box Cancel Ok No Yes