What assistance did Belknap provide in 1871?
Aid for victims of the catastrophic Chicago Fire
Aid for the Paris Commune
Aid for the Franco-Prussian War
None of the above
Answer
In 1871, Secretary of War William W. Belknap provided aid for victims of the catastrophic Chicago Fire. The fire destroyed more than 300 city blocks, leaving more than 100,000 people homeless. Belknap authorized the Army to provide food, clothing, and shelter for the victims, and he also helped to coordinate the efforts of other relief organizations.
The Belknap Chronicles: A Captivating Quiz on William W. Belknap, the 30th U.S. Secretary of War
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