Spanish Flu Face Mask: A Century's Crusade Against a Pandemic

The video discusses the Spanish flu pandemic from 1918 to 1920, highlighting its global impact and origins. It details public health measures in the US, such as mask mandates, and the public's mixed reactions. The video draws parallels between the Spanish flu and the COVID-19 pandemic, questioning the balance between public health and personal freedoms.

What were some of the public health recommendations made in America to curb the spread of the Spanish influenza?

How did the San Francisco Mask ordinance impact the public during the Spanish flu pandemic?

What materials were used to make masks during the Spanish flu, and why were they considered ineffective?

What were some of the public reactions to the mask ordinance in San Francisco?

In what ways can the issues surrounding mask-wearing during the Spanish flu be compared to those during the coronavirus pandemic?