Army Anthropometry And Medical Rejection Statistics (1918)

By Frederick L. Hoffman

Book Overview

Army Anthropometry And Medical Rejection Statistics (1918) is a book written by Frederick Ludwig Hoffman that provides a detailed analysis of the physical characteristics of the American soldiers during World War I. The book is divided into two parts, the first part focuses on the anthropometric measurements of the soldiers, including height, weight, chest circumference, and other physical features. The second part of the book focuses on the medical rejections of the soldiers due to various medical conditions.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the physical requirements for military service and the medical standards for enlistment. It also highlights the importance of proper nutrition and physical fitness in maintaining the health and readiness of soldiers.The author, Frederick Ludwig Hoffman, was a renowned statistician and public health expert who worked for the Prudential Life Insurance Company. He was a pioneer in the field of health statistics and his work had a significant impact on public health policies in the United States.Overall, Army Anthropometry And Medical Rejection Statistics (1918) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of military medicine and the physical requirements for military service. It provides a wealth of data and analysis that is still relevant today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164580043
• ISBN13: 9781164580041
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"