A Treatise on Gun-Shot Wounds: Which Obtained the Premium Given by the Royal College of Surgeons in London for the Year 1803

By Thomas Chevalier

A Treatise On Gun-shot Wounds, written by Thomas Chevalier, offers a detailed examination of injuries sustained from firearms. Awarded the prestigious premium by the Royal College of Surgeons in London in 1803, this treatise provides insights into the medical practices and understanding of trauma during the early 19th century. Chevalier's work contributes to the historical record of military medicine and surgical techniques employed in treating these devastating injuries.

This book is a valuable resource for historians of medicine, military historians, and anyone interested in the evolution of surgical practices and the treatment of battlefield trauma. Chevalier's meticulous observations and detailed descriptions offer a glimpse into the challenges faced by surgeons during a time of frequent conflict.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1247131238
• ISBN13: 9781247131238
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.4" x 9.7"