20 janv. 1920 - In January the Makhnovists were disorganized by the
typhus epidemic. All the members of the staff had typhoid
fever. Makhno himself had contracted a particularly acute
form of typhus. The majority of the soldiers of the army had
to leave the ranks because of the illness, and were scattered in
the villages. It was in these conditions that the Makhnovists
had to face their numerous enemies and to care for Makhno,
who was unconscious for many days. It was a moment of
concern, sacrifice and devoted care for the