Influenza 1918

7.8/10 · 201 votesFeb 9, 199855 min

Ranked #2 of 8 in Season 10•+0.2 vs season avg

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Chronicling the epidemic of the Spanish flu in 1918, which claimed “more than 600,000 lives.” Included: futile attempts to develop a vaccine; and how the virus spread to Europe.

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Episode Summary

"Influenza 1918" is episode 5 of American Experience season 10. It scored 7.8/10 from 201 votes, ranking #2 of 8 episodes this season (season average 7.6). It aired on February 9, 1998.

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