Sewer System Disaster
The introduction of modern sewer pipes in Hanoi aimed to enhance sanitation for the French population but backfired spectacularly. Instead of luxury, the new system became a breeding ground for rats, leading to a public health crisis as the population panicked over the rapid increase of these disease-carrying pests. The ambitious project, initially celebrated, quickly turned into a nightmare for the colonial administrators.In this clip
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The Great Hanoi Rat Massacre of 1902
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