What destroyed the ancient library of Alexandria?

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Fire Feb 05 04, 5:48 AM

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The truth is shrouded in mystery. Three main theories abound, which are outlined at the site detailed below. All three support mibby's answer of "fire" though. http://www.ehistory.com/world/articles/ArticleView.cfm?AID=9 Feb 05 04, 3:40 PM

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