On 26 September 1687 Morosini fired, one round scoring a direct hit on the powder magazine inside the Parthenon. The ensuing explosion caused the cella to collapse, blowing out the central part of the walls and bringing down much of Phidias’ frieze
Historical Events in 1889 1 President Inaugurated. Mar 26 Bernard Tancred carries bat for 26* out of 47! ... 2 Event of Interest 3 Treaty of Interest 4 Event of Interest. ... 5 Music Premiere 6 Event of Interest. ... 7 Event of Interest 8 Boxing Title Fight. ... 9 Event of Interest 10 Theater Premiere More items...