Spanish flu: everything you wanted to know
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Origins and Global Spread of the Spanish Flu
This chapter explores the origins of the Spanish flu in military camps in Kansas and its global spread, affecting various parts of the world, including New York City, Alaska, the Caribbean, India, New Zealand, China, Norway, and the Pacific Islands. It also discusses the significant role played by troop movement during World War One and the severe consequences of the flu, such as pneumonia and cyanosis.
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