The Cholera Epidemic of 1833

Almost 200 years before the Covid epidemic swept the country, in 1833, another epidemic confronted the citizens of Lexington. It too had spread through the country, and its onslaught brought fear…and death. The epidemic was Cholera. Doctors did not know how to treat Cholera, and 500 of the 6000 people of Lexington would die. There was one man who helped to preserve the memories of those who died.  ═══════════ About KET ═══════════ KET is Kentucky’s largest classroom, providing trusted programming, lifelong learning opportunities and essential services to more than two million people each week. We’re an innovative and efficient producer of digital education tools for the classroom and Kentucky’s highest-quality source for public affairs and cultural programming. KET relies on financial support from viewers like you! Consider donating today at https://www.KET.org/Donate-YT