The Great Stink of London. #history

The Great Stink of London in 1858 was a public health crisis that arose from the River Thames, which had become an open sewer. Hot summer weather worsened the stench, overwhelming the city and its government, leading to widespread fear of disease. This event prompted the construction of a modern sewer system designed by Joseph Bazalgette, which transformed London's sanitation and helped prevent future outbreaks. The Great Stink showcased the urgent need for urban infrastructure improvements in growing cities, highlighting the connection between public health and sanitation.

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[professorswaggamuffin]

We forget how great modern plumbing is.