Centre Block Just Before the Victoria Tower Collapses
Picture of the Centre Block Just Before the Victoria Tower Collapses in the Fire
By Susan Munroe, About.com Guide
The clock in the Victoria Tower had continued to strike during the evening but at midnight was silent. At 1:21 am February 4, 1916 the Victoria Tower fell.
Centre Block Just Before the Victoria Tower Collapses
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