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Un grand fleau la tuberculose
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Un grand fleau la tuberculose
Un grand fleau la tuberculose. A street scene from an impoverished area. The Grim Reaper is looming in the background. Date 1917. Un grand fleau la tuberculose. A street scene from an impoverished area. The Grim Reaper is looming in the background. Date 1917
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Un grand fleau la tuberculose
EDITORS COMMENTS
(A great scourge tuberculosis): This evocative photograph, dated 1917, captures a poignant moment in the history of public health. The image portrays a grim and desolate street scene from an impoverished area, with the ominous figure of the Grim Reaper looming in the background. The Reaper's skeletal form, holding a scythe, serves as a chilling reminder of the devastating impact of tuberculosis (TB) on the population during that era. The photograph offers a stark contrast between the daily struggles of the people in the foreground, who appear to be going about their business, seemingly oblivious to the imminent threat, and the ominous presence of death in the background. Tuberculosis was a leading cause of death in the early 20th century, and this image powerfully conveys the sense of fear and despair that pervaded communities affected by the disease. The photograph is a testament to the profound impact of TB on individuals and communities, and serves as a reminder of the importance of public health initiatives and medical advancements in combating this ancient scourge. The image, titled "Un grand fleau la tuberculose" (A great scourge tuberculosis), is a powerful visual representation of the human cost of the disease and the urgent need for action to address it. This poster, with its haunting imagery and poignant message, is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in the history of public health and the ongoing battle against tuberculosis. The photograph, which is part of the Mary Evans Prints Online collection, is a poignant reminder of the past and a call to action for the future.
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