This video/slide show tracks the distribution of yellow fever in the United States and Brazil during the 19th century. Evidence points to a strong connection between the movement of the disease and transportation technology. This is a presentation for the Brazilian Studies Association Meeting in Brasilia in July, 2010. More information on this research can be found at: www.eraofepidemics.squarespace.com
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This video/slide show tracks the distribution of yellow fever in the United States and Brazil during the 19th century. Evidence points to a strong connection between the movement of the disease and transportation technology. This is a presentation for the Brazilian Studies Association Meeting in Brasilia in July, 2010. More information on this research can be found at: www.eraofepidemics.squarespace.com