Memorial Services Held In Honor Of Major General William Crawford Gorgas (1921)

By: Southern Society of Washington D. C.

Book Overview

The book ""Memorial Services Held In Honor Of Major General William Crawford Gorgas"" was published in 1921 by the Southern Society of Washington D.C. It documents the memorial services held in honor of Major General William Crawford Gorgas, who was a renowned American physician and scientist. Gorgas is best known for his work in eradicating yellow fever and other tropical diseases during his tenure as the Chief Sanitary Officer of the Panama Canal. The book contains speeches and eulogies given by prominent figures of the time, including President Warren G. Harding, Secretary of War John W. Weeks, and Surgeon General Hugh S. Cumming. The speakers pay tribute to Gorgas' contributions to public health and his service to the country. The book also includes a biography of Gorgas, detailing his early life, education, and career. It provides insight into his personal and professional life, including his family, his military service, and his scientific achievements. Overall, ""Memorial Services Held In Honor Of Major General William Crawford Gorgas"" is a historical record of the life and legacy of a remarkable individual who made significant contributions to the field of public health and medicine. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medicine, public health, and the Panama Canal.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: 1104295822
• ISBN13: 9781104295820
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"