👉 The England Flu, also known as the English Flu, was a significant influenza pandemic that occurred between 1918 and 1919, with its peak in England during the winter months of 1918-1919. This strain of the influenza virus was particularly virulent and caused widespread illness, resulting in an estimated 50 million to 100 million infections worldwide, with approximately 1 to 4 million deaths. What makes the England Flu unique is its high mortality rate, especially among young adults, unlike typical influenza which primarily affects the elderly and young children. The virus's rapid spread and high lethality were attributed to a combination of factors, including the timing of the pandemic coinciding with World War I, which led to overcrowded military camps and poor sanitation, and the virus's ability to evade the immune system more effectively than previous strains.
