The Plague of London: People in Soho Had Died From The Ravages of Cholera
In the preceding few days hundreds of people in Soho had died from the ravages of cholera, one of the most devastating and least understood diseases of the age. The yellow flags were a traditional plague warning, the lime chloride a desperate attempt at disinfection. Having made an effort to arrest the disease, most of Soho’s terrified inhabitants had fled. Local hospitals were over flowing with the dying. At the height of the epidemic, 143 deaths were recorded in a single day. Corpses were so numerous; they were unceremoniously piled on carts and taken away for burial.
The Plague of London: People in Soho Had Died from the Ravages of Cholera
On September 4, 1854, the narrow courts and streets of London’s usually bustling district of Soho were strangely deserted. Yellow flags hung at each street corner, and milky-white puddles of lime chloride lay everywhere. There was a ghostly calm.
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In the preceding few days hundreds of people in Soho had died from the ravages of cholera, one of the most devastating and least understood diseases of the age. The yellow flags were a traditional plague warning, the lime chloride a desperate attempt at disinfection. Having made an effort to arrest the disease, most of Soho’s terrified inhabitants had fled. Local hospitals were over flowing with the dying. At the height of the epidemic, 143 deaths were recorded in a single day. Corpses were so numerous; they were unceremoniously piled on carts and taken away for burial.
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wonder | Oct 11, 2009 | Reply
Lots of information one should be aware of. Another dignified share altogether.
ken bultman | Oct 11, 2009 | Reply
Another excellent post. I’ve never been where free beer was offered.
martie | Oct 11, 2009 | Reply
excellent article.
Ruby Hawk | Oct 11, 2009 | Reply
Historical information, such a horrible disease and so little was know about it. Thank goodness for scientists.
CHAN LEE PENG | Oct 11, 2009 | Reply
Lots of info here. Great write, thanks!
Shirley Shuler | Oct 11, 2009 | Reply
Another interesting article with some great information, thanks for the share!!
monica55 | Oct 11, 2009 | Reply
A very comprehensive and good write. It is a great resource; especially for the bacteria researchers.
Monica.
Kairos | Oct 11, 2009 | Reply
thanks for sharing this article. very helpful
catdozer | Oct 11, 2009 | Reply
when will humans put more money into medical research to rid us of all diseases. more money spent on waging war on each other!
Phill Senters | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
Another great story Mr G. Thanks.
xoxo | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
Good post. Very informative and intriguing.
deep blue | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
Another patient research work involved I would be ashamed of myself. You are a great writer my friend and it shows. Thanks for bits of trivia adding up to my knowledge always.
Will
Idazalee | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
This was great and well-researched article..very informative and nice read as usual.Thanks Mr Ghaz.
Christine Ramsay | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
Another great piece Mr Ghaz. Very interesting as always.
Christine
Debra. | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
Another great and informative piece!
papaleng | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
My friend, you have another great story shared!
martinpm | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
very well posted article,well researched
Joe Dorish | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
So the real culprit was dirty diapers! Excellent article!
hollynoel001 | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
this is a great history lesson about a killer disease thanks for the lesson!!
Lorenzo A. Fernandez Jr. | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
Oh, I see…so it’s contaminated water whose source is dirty toilet or privy…it confirms my knowledge.
John | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
Another great article
susan | Oct 12, 2009 | Reply
It is interesting that the medical profession’s refusal to recognize facts that differ from their own beliefs has repeatedly caused the deaths of so many. We can find this practice in the area of nutrition today.
Anne McNew | Oct 14, 2009 | Reply
this is a good post, very informative, too.
Neva Flores | Jan 25, 2010 | Reply
Excellent informative article, thank you Mr G.