Armies Of Health And Disease (silent, 1930s)

This film from the 1930s offers an engaging journey through the scientific breakthroughs of Louis Pasteur. It begins with laboratory experiments demonstrating how soil and bacteria are studied under microscopes and transitions into Pasteur’s work on fermentation, pasteurization, and disease prevention. The narrative details how Pasteur’s experiments saved wine, livestock, and lives through innovative vaccines. It highlights key moments like his use of weakened bacteria to develop immunizations and his heroic treatment of Joseph Meister, the first person vaccinated against rabies. The film concludes with a tribute to Pasteur’s enduring legacy in modern medicine and agriculture, featuring scenes of vaccinations, scientific advancements, and a centennial celebration of his contributions.

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