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The Spanish Influenza Pandemic of 1918

The Spanish Influenza Pandemic of 1918

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Medical Reference20th Century United States HistoryGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1023589575
ISBN13: 9781023589574
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 72
Weight: 0.25
Height: 0.15 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

The Spanish Influenza Pandemic of 1918: An Account of Its Ravages in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, and the Efforts Made to Combat and Subdue It by Oscar Jewell Harvey offers a detailed historical record of a devastating public health crisis. This meticulously prepared volume documents the impact of the 1918 pandemic on Luzerne County, Pennsylvania.

Explore the primary sources and careful research compiled to illustrate the social history of a community grappling with widespread disease and death. Harvey's account provides valuable insight into the public health challenges and the local responses during this critical period in American history.

Learn about the efforts undertaken to control the spread of the Spanish Influenza and the struggles faced by healthcare professionals and ordinary citizens alike. This book serves as a crucial resource for understanding the 1918 Pandemic and its lasting effects, making it essential for anyone interested in medical history, social history, and the history of Pennsylvania.

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