Story: Historic earthquakes
The Hawke’s Bay earthquake caused widespread damage to buildings, especially in Napier and Hastings. This photograph, taken immediately after the earthquake, shows the impact on the Masonic Hotel before it was completely destroyed by fire.
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Hawke's Bay Museum & Art Gallery, Hawke's Bay Cultural Trust Collection
Reference: 7544
Permission of Hawke's Bay Museum & Art Gallery, P.O. Box 248, Napier, New Zealand must be obtained before any re-use of this image.