spanish flu Flashcards
1
Q
what was the governments response to the spanish flu in 1918-1919?
A
it was slow and ineffective
2
Q
how did the spanish flu spread?
A
it spread by soldiers returning from the First World War
3
Q
how many people worldwide were killed?
A
50 million
4
Q
what ran out because of how high death rates were?
A
wood for coffins and mass graves had to be used
5
Q
when did the government issue advice?
A
late 1918 when it was too late
6
Q
what was left to local authorities?
A
important decisions such as closing schools
