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Sussex Hall after the Great Earthquake of January 14, 1907. The fence and steps leading to the property are intact but there is significant damage to the Sussex Hall building.

Damage to the roof and building of the Rum Warehouse and Customs building in Kingston.

The remains of Mr. Grinan's house after it was flattened by earthquake on January 14, 1907.

People loitering by the entrance of the Myrtle Bank Hotel. The hotel, once known as the largest hotel in Jamaica, sustained significant damage after the 1907 earthquake.

Soldiers standing by destroyed buildings on Port Royal Street after the January 14, 1907 earthquake.

Tent erected for refugees in a yard after the 1907 earthquake. Two ladders have been placed against the property's yard to provide access.

Men standing by machines in the Kingston Industrial Works factory (now KIW International Limited). The factory once provided repair services for sugar estates.

A severely damaged Coke Memorial Church, caused by the earthquake of 1907.

Ruined properties along Harbour Street after the earthquake of 1907.

Remains of the Military Hospital at Up Park Camp, after the great earthquake of 1907, as seen from its front lawn. Trees and a staircase at the entrance of the hospital grounds are all that remain standing.