aug 24, 79 - Eruption of Mt. Vesuvius 24-25 August 79 CE
Description:
This eruption is arguably the most significant volcanic eruption in history. Mount Vesuvius is a stratovolcano that spewed ash and smoke for two days, destroying but at the same time preserving the Roman cities of Pompeii and Naples, who are among the many cities crushed to ruins by this eruption. Other cities buried by the eruption include Herculaneum, Oplontis and Stabiae.Added to timeline:
Date:
aug 24, 79
Now
~ 1948 years ago