Historedia
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Pandemic Eruption

When
1846-1860
Where
India
Part of
Cholera pandemic breaks out in South Asia; UK passes the Nuisances Removal and Diseases Prevention Act

The third cholera pandemic erupted in 1846, originating in India and spreading globally.

The third cholera pandemic began in 1846, originating in India as the third major 19th-century outbreak to extend beyond its borders. Researchers at UCLA believe it may have started as early as 1837 and lasted until 1863. The disease spread to North Africa, North America, and South America, causing significant mortality.

Sources

  1. 1846–1860 cholera pandemic Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-23
  2. Cholera Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-23

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