Tag: Community Borders
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Horgen: How Foot-and-Mouth Disease Shaped Community Borders
Introduction In recent decades, the awareness of community borders has diminished significantly. However, the recent publication by the Verein Pro Horgen reveals how swiftly this perception can alter, particularly in light of past events like the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. The Impact of Foot-and-Mouth Disease Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a severe viral illness affecting livestock. In…
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Horgen: The Impact of Foot-and-Mouth Disease on Community Borders
Introduction Foot-and-mouth disease, a viral infection affecting livestock, has had significant implications beyond animal health. In the Gemeinde Horgen, its impact reverberated through community borders, altering social and economic dynamics. This article explores how the outbreak transformed perceptions of community boundaries and the lasting effects on the region. The Historical Context Several decades ago, local…