Overview
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Dive into a comprehensive six-part video series exploring the devastating 1918 Flu Pandemic. Trace the emergence of the virus, its spread through trench warfare, and the overwhelming impact on global health systems. Examine the desperate measures taken to combat the disease, the role of World War I in its proliferation, and the lasting effects of this often-overlooked historical event. Gain insights into early 20th-century medical practices, public health responses, and the societal changes brought about by one of the deadliest pandemics in human history.
Syllabus
The 1918 Flu Pandemic - Emergence - Extra History - #1.
The 1918 Flu Pandemic - Trench Fever - Extra History - #2.
The 1918 Flu Pandemic - Order More Coffins - Extra History - #3.
The 1918 Flu Pandemic - Fighting the Ghost - Extra History - #4.
The 1918 Flu Pandemic - Leviathan - Extra History - #5.
The 1918 Flu Pandemic - The Forgotten Plague - Extra History - #6.
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