Harvard University
Harvard University Library Open Collections Program: The Yellow Fever
Students investigate the yellow fever epidemic in Philadelphia. Some topics explored are Benjamin Rush, the Santo Domingan influence, and background information on the yellow fever. Additional resources include web pages, references, and...
Bill of Rights Institute
Bill of Rights Institute: Benjamin Rush
The fourth of seven children born to Quaker parents, Benjamin Rush was the most famous physician of his time. Known and respected by many of the Founding generation, Benjamin Rush treated illnesses such as yellow fever and smallpox,...