Military Medical and Surgical Essays is a book written by William Alexander Hammond in 1865. The book is a collection of essays that discuss various medical and surgical topics related to the military. Hammond was a surgeon during the American Civil War and his experiences during the war inspired him to write this book.The essays in the book cover a wide range of topics, including the treatment of gunshot wounds, the use of chloroform as an anesthetic, and the management of infectious diseases. Hammond also discusses the ...
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Military Medical and Surgical Essays is a book written by William Alexander Hammond in 1865. The book is a collection of essays that discuss various medical and surgical topics related to the military. Hammond was a surgeon during the American Civil War and his experiences during the war inspired him to write this book.The essays in the book cover a wide range of topics, including the treatment of gunshot wounds, the use of chloroform as an anesthetic, and the management of infectious diseases. Hammond also discusses the importance of hygiene and sanitation in military camps and hospitals.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both medical professionals and lay readers. Hammond draws on his own experiences as a surgeon and also cites the work of other medical professionals to support his arguments.Overall, Military Medical and Surgical Essays is an important historical document that provides insight into the medical practices of the 19th century military. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine or military history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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