History in a Nutshell: 1918 Flu Pandemic in S.C.
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesIn January of 1918, a deadly H1N1 strain of influenza called the "Spanish Flu" began sweeping across the globe. This flu took its toll worldwide, and many people had to face this flu without any real forms of medicine. This video briefly explains how the pandemic first arrived in South Carolina, its effects, and measures taken to combat its spread. Part of the "History in a Nutshell" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 7 minutes 30 seconds
- Topic: Geography, Health and Safety, History
- Subtopic: Diseases and Conditions, U.S. Geography, U.S. History - 1901-1919
- Grade/Interest Level: 4 - 8
- Release Year: 2023
- Producer/Distributor: SC ETV
- Series: History in a Nutshell
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