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Beirut 1878: The Quarantine That Forged a City

4 min•30 april 2026

In 1878, Beirut faced a devastating cholera epidemic that claimed thousands of lives. This episode dives into the quarantine system established by the Ottoman authorities and the local community's response, a story of resilience, public health, and urban transformation. We explore the role of the Quarantine Station on the Ras Beirut promontory, the tensions between traditional healing and modern medicine, and how this crisis reshaped Beirut's relationship with the Ottoman Empire. Key figures include Dr. Mikhail al-Hayek, the Syrian Protestant College doctors, and governor Rustem Pasha. The episode touches on the creation of the first municipal hospital, the rise of charitable societies, and the lasting impact on public health infrastructure—a turning point that forged a modern city out of tragedy.

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