Apr 11, 2024 · Before COVID-19, the most severe pandemic in recent history was the 1918 influenza virus, often called “the Spanish Flu.” The virus infected roughly 500 million people—one-third of the …

The influenza epidemic that swept the world in 1918 killed an estimated 50 million people. One fifth of the world's population was attacked by this deadly virus.

September 13, 1918. In October of 1918, Congress approved a $1 million budget for the U. S. Public Health Service to recruit 1000 medical doctors and over 700 registered nurses. Nurses were scarce, …

Jun 26, 2019 · The National Archives commemorates the 100th anniversary of the First World War. Explore the experiences of Americans during this worldwide conflict through exhibits and events or …

Jul 15, 2019 · World War I Draft Registration Cards Part 1: Introduction Part 2: Microfilm Roll Lists Part 1: Introduction Historical Background On May 18, 1917, the Selective Service Act was passed …

Feb 8, 2022 · In this January 8, 1918, address to Congress, President Woodrow Wilson proposed a 14-point program for world peace. These points were later taken as the basis for peace negotiations at …

Nov 15, 2018 · Researching Individuals in WW1 Records Start Your Research You may first want to search the WW1 Draft registration cards for basic information on individuals (see Draft cards section …

Records of the Third Army, including headquarters general correspondence, issuances, and historical files, 1918-19; records of miscellaneous headquarters units, 1918-19; correspondence of the …

Nov 29, 2022 · The U.S. Army in Russia, 1918–1920 Winter 2002, Vol. 34, No. 4 By Gibson Bell Smith Enlarge American troops parade in Vladivostok, August 1918. View in National Archives Catalog …

Feb 8, 2022 · The 19th amendment legally guarantees American women the right to vote. Achieving this milestone required a lengthy and difficult struggle—victory took decades of agitation and protest. …