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Detroit Cholera Epidemic & Quarantine Rules | June 25
Season 1 · Episode 1574

Detroit Cholera Epidemic & Quarantine Rules | June 25

On this day in 1832, Detroit issued strict medical guidance to combat a cholera…

Michigan Minute · WKAR Public Media

June 25, 20251m 0s

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On this day in 1832, Detroit issued strict medical guidance to combat a cholera epidemic, restricting boat traffic and public movement amid fears and outdated treatments. Church bells were silenced to prevent panic during the deadly outbreak.