Ep 7. Cholera

In Hell on Wheels season 3, episode 7 titled "Cholera," the Swede is stirring trouble again in the camp. A cholera epidemic has broken out, leaving many sick and dying. As Cullen tries to find a way to contain the disease, The Swede sees an opportunity to gain power and control over the camp. He tries to convince Durant to let him take charge of the situation, claiming that he has experience dealing with epidemics.

Meanwhile, Elam is struggling with his new role as a father as he takes care of his newborn child and its mother, Eva. He also has to deal with the fact that he struck and injured a young boy while riding through the camp. Elam tries to make amends by offering to help the boy's family, but they are understandably angry and demand justice.

As the cholera epidemic worsens, tensions in the camp reach a boiling point. Many of the workers blame Durant for the outbreak and demand that he provide them with better living conditions and medical care. Durant, in turn, refuses to take responsibility and instead blames Cullen for not doing enough to prevent the spread of the disease.

Throughout the episode, we see the devastating impact of cholera on the camp's inhabitants. People are dying left and right, and those who aren't sick are scared and desperate for a way out. Cullen and Doc Whitehead do their best to treat the sick and contain the disease, but it's a losing battle.

In the end, the situation comes to a head, and Cullen is forced to make a tough decision that could have far-reaching consequences. The Swede's true motives are revealed, and Durant is left to deal with the fallout of his refusal to take responsibility.

Overall, "Cholera" is a tense and emotional episode that shows the harsh realities of life on the frontier. It's a reminder that even in the midst of progress and prosperity, disease and death are always lurking just around the corner.