Photo Mug : Flu Epidemic 1890
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Flu Epidemic 1890
An interior view of a tent- hospital. This one is in the gardens of the Beaujon Hospital, although many more were used to cope with all the flu patients Date: 1890
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Cope Epidemic Patient Plague Tent
Photo Mug (11 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, featuring an intriguing historical image from Mary Evans Picture Library. This mug showcases "Flu Epidemic 1890," an interior view of a tent hospital in the gardens of the Beaujon Hospital during the devastating flu pandemic of 1890. Relive history with every sip from this high-quality mug, beautifully printed with archival-quality images for vibrant and long-lasting results. A perfect gift for history enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates the richness of our past. Embrace the nostalgia and enjoy your favorite beverage in style.
A personalized photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image transports us back in time to the Beaujon Hospital in Paris during the devastating flu epidemic of 1890. The photograph captures an interior view of a makeshift tent-hospital set up in the hospital gardens to accommodate the influx of patients. The year was marked by a deadly outbreak of influenza, which spread rapidly across Europe and North America, leaving countless lives in its wake. The scene inside the tent is one of quiet desperation. Patients, many of them weak and frail, lie on makeshift beds, their faces etched with the signs of illness. Nurses in white uniforms move quietly between the beds, tending to the sick with a mixture of compassion and determination. The air inside the tent is thick with the scent of disinfectant, a constant reminder of the battle against the disease. Outside, the hospital gardens offer a brief respite from the cramped and claustrophobic conditions inside. The green foliage and sunlight filtering through the trees provide a stark contrast to the grim reality of the situation. But the tranquility is short-lived, as the sound of coughing and the cries of the sick can be heard from within the tent. Despite the challenges, the medical staff and volunteers worked tirelessly to cope with the overwhelming number of patients. The use of tent-hospitals, such as the one depicted here, allowed for the rapid expansion of hospital capacity and provided much-needed relief to overcrowded facilities. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of those who lived through the flu epidemic of 1890. It is a testament to the power of human compassion and the enduring spirit of those who refused to be defeated by the disease.
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