Historical Events tagged with "sanitation"
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Cholera Outbreak Among Romanian Soldiers
In July 1913, a cholera outbreak began affecting Romanian Army troops during the Second Balkan War. The outbreak emerged as soldiers were mobilized and engaged in military actions against Bulgaria. Conditions in the camps worsened with inadequate sanitation and hygiene, leading to the rapid spread of the disease. Authorities worked to control the epidemic while the war continued, revealing the public health vulnerabilities of military mobilizations during wartime.
Continue ReadingCovering of the Senne River Begins
Work commenced to cover the Senne River in Brussels, aiming to modernize the city by creating new boulevards. This ambitious project reflected a desire to enhance urban mobility and improve sanitation in the densely populated area, ultimately leading to a significant transformation of the cityscape. The authorities stepped in, driven by the need to accommodate an expanding population and to address public health concerns associated with the open river.
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