Civil war medicine books

The encyclopedia of civil war medicine 2012 excerpt and text search. Modern perspectives on civil war medicine 2009, notre dame and the civil war 2010, galveston and the civil war 2012, and a chapter in civil war america. Hospital gangrene during the civil war civil war medicine by dr. Medicine in the united states was woefully behind europe. Donofrio, president of the society of civil war surgeons, inc. Journal articles on the civil war medicine civil war. Civil war union surgical manuals and medical books. It inspired the first real use of triage in this country and. Sep 09, 2015 im looking for recommendations for books that discuss medical treatments during the civil war. Good summary of basic information relating to civil war medicine.

Well written and detailed, this book is a must for any civil war medical enthusiast. Keith wilbur takes you on a detailed and fascinating tour through the medical history of this bloody and devastating war. Walt whitman remarked on the plethora of hospitals around washington d. Many misconceptions exist regarding the quality of care during the war. Even some of the most basic lifesaving techniques, such as cpr, were not heard of or developed at that time. There are many civil war medicine pictures which show grizzly scenes. From the stench of putrefying flesh wafting through. Aug 04, 2018 i am the author, editor, or contributor to five books on the civil war, including lincolns labels 2008, years of change and suffering. The civil war is an immensely impactful chapter of american history. These four books are examples of the types of medical books available to the public during the civil war period. He seems to be gloss over the surgery and amputation section rather quickly compared to other aspects of civil war era medicine.

Use the list below to locate a specific specialist bookseller or book store near you. Apr 09, 2015 books medicine war 18611865 us civil war bloodcurdling tales and photos of amputations from the american civil war army doctors performing an amputation in a makeshift hospital during the u. Civil war surgeons, medical colleges, medical authors, military medical publications, medical textbooks, books. Articles on civil war medicine national library of medicine history during the civil war national library of medicine roster of regimental surgeons sanitary commission photographs civil war richmond. Medical and surgical care during the american civil war.

The museum is a very busy place, so i became a member to keep up with new programs, tours, outreaches, etc. Video, historian george wunderlich highlights the complexities and discusses the innovations in medical practices throughout the civil war. Army medical department and as listed in the surgeon generals office library catalogues of 186465. Records of the department of veterans affairs, 1773 2007. Amputation in the civil war south university of georgia press, 2015. Challenges and triumphs is the final word in the history of medicine in the civil war. Nurses, surgeons, and physicians rose to the challenge of healing a nation and advanced medicine into the modern age. During the civil war, both sides were devastated by battle and disease. Apr 01, 2020 civil war medicine a digital history collection.

May 20, 20 these four books are examples of the types of medical books available to the public during the civil war period. The brutal reality of the war pushed doctors to a new level of medical and surgical knowledge. A triage trail reveals the breakthroughs and horrors of. Bloodcurdling tales and photos of amputations from the american civil war. Indeed, it was said that the war occurred at the end of the medical middle ages. These books were used in civil war medicine and contributed greatly to the medical personnel during the war. It really doesnt matter much which side, although medically speaking you were a little better off if you. Oct 29, 20 during the civil war, both sides were devastated by battle and disease.

This era is often referred to in a negative way as the middle ages of medicine in the united states. Challenges and triumphs is wellorganized, approachable to the non civil war history buff or those lacking in a medical background, addresses both confederate as well as union history a standard failing in many civil war works. Civil war medical books is a site dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of medical and surgical manuals used in the civil war, especially those marked u. Civil war surgery and the evolution of american medicine 2005 394 pp.

As the civil war began, the practice of medicine was emerging from the heroic era, with its theory of bringing a balance to the humors of the body. Sep 07, 2017 as the national museum of civil war medicine, in frederick, md. New york journal of books devine makes a convincing case that at least one good thing came from the horror of the civil war, namely the advancement of medicine. Business computer education law medicine psychology reference science see all related categories. How world war i revolutionized medicine the atlantic. As the national museum of civil war medicine, in frederick, md. The american civil war 18611865 was a civil war in the united states of america. Bloodcurdling tales and photos of amputations from the. The civil war mall a shopping site for civil war books. Laudable pus and hospital gangrene this is a term first introduced to me by dr paul stanton md then chairman of surgery at east tn state univ during my surgery residency. This guide is focused on the topic of medicine during the civil war and a past national library of medicine display at the library.

Approximately 115,000 disapproved pension applications submitted by soldiers. I have a high interest level in civil war medicine, but this item drained my enthusiasm for the topic. The civil war was the first modern war and resulted in the highest number of us casualties per capita of any of our wars as 620000 men perished, including 360000 in the north and 260 000 in the south. Americas civil war a segment of the real war has gotten into learning from the wounded. A copy of this text book is listed in the 1865 surgeon generals office library catalogue or the list of medical textbooks which were published during the civil war by the army medical department. The civil war came at a time when there were very few advancements in terms of medicine and the treatment of injuries and ailments. Civil war medical books for the home american civil war.

Hicks and experts in civil war medicine provide context and additional information on the practice and development of medicine during the civil war, including the technology and methods available at the time, the organization of military medicine, doctorpatient interactions, and the role of women. Eleven southern slave states declared their secession from the united states and formed the confederate states of america, also known as the confederacy. Medicine, in world war i, made major advances in several directions. However, even this small sample, provides a rich resource for anyone curious about medical knowledge and beliefs during the civil war period that goes beyond battlefield surgery. I am the author, editor, or contributor to five books on the civil war, including lincolns labels 2008, years of change and suffering. I ploughed through as far as i could, but just couldnt finish it off pass. Civil war medicine was nothing like you would expect to see in todays world. I am a nurse and id like to get a better grasp of diseases and disorders that are spoken about in historical accounts i am reading. United states history civil war, 18611865 include extended shelves you can also browse an alphabetical list from this subject or from. This video is part of the american battlefield trusts in4 video series, which presents short videos on basic civil war topics. Civil war medicine tells the story of assistant surgeon james fulton of the 143rd penn.

Bollet has written a first rate book on the practice of military medicine in the civil war. Civil war medical links of interest civil war medical books by category. The strength of civil war medicine is the interdisciplinary approach that bollet utilizes. Six books on the civil war these six histories of the civil war that are mustreads if you want to better understand the conflict a group of officers in culpeper, virginia reading. The war is better known as the first mass killing of the 20th centurywith an estimated 10 million military deaths alone. Civil war medicine illustrated living history series.

Search the worlds most comprehensive index of fulltext books. Bollet offers a well researched and well written monograph that explores the evolution of medicine throughout our most terrible national tragedy. We know the names of its important players and continuously grapple with the various issues that surrounded it, issues that remain prevalent in our social and political dialogues today. Civil war medical books and civil war surgical sets. This cinematic portrayal of civil war medicine reflects a wide belief that there was no anesthesia at that time. Civil war medical books for the home american civil war voices. Army doctors performing an amputation in a makeshift hospital during the u. Books civil war medicine research guides at virginia. Im looking for recommendations for books that discuss medical treatments during the civil war. Civil war surgeons at petersburg library of congress during the 1860s, doctors had yet to develop bacteriology and were generally ignorant of the causes of disease. A collection of civil war era surgical manuals and medical books for the u. Guide to resources related to civil war medicine books related to the history of medicine. Its an antiquated medical term that refers to a time in medicine when puralent supparation.

Generally, civil war doctors underwent two years of medical school, though some pursued more education. Modern perspectives on civil war medicine 2009, notre dame and the civil war 2010, galveston and the civil war. Notes on the surgery of the war in the crimea, the treatment of gunshot wounds, 1862, by george macleod, m. Medical practitioners had no knowledge of germ theory or antiseptic practices. Medical care during the civil war was rather primitive. The center for civil war photography products books. Learning from the wounded university of north carolina press. After returning from the civil war, cass wakefield means to live out the rest of his days in. Sep 09, 2019 guide to resources related to civil war medicine books related to the history of medicine. Below are some of the records at nara where you may find medical information about soldiers. This quotation is widely attributed to union surgeon general william hammond, but without citation. The author takes particular focus on the holistic approach that doctors had and the various medicines they used, many of which did nothing. Medical and surgical care during the american civil war, 1861. This book represents an amateur effort that completely lacks any cohesion, other than its progressive calendar entries.

Read press books from the national museum of civil war medicine including the diary of caleb dorsey baer and prologue to change. Civil war medicine articles american battlefield trust. A triage trail reveals the breakthroughs and horrors. Army medical and hospital department, civil war medicine text books as specified by the u. May 28, 2019 this guide is focused on the topic of medicine during the civil war and a past national library of medicine display at the library. An excellent book for anyone interested in civil war medicine.

A shopping mall for civil war collectors and dealers offering civil war books, civil war ephemera, civil war artifacts, civil war photographs, civil war prints, civil war memorabilia and other civil war collectibles. Brintons brandy ticket holders will be treated to an exclusive tour of the national museum of civil war medicine before picking up their reserved bottle. Michael echols buys civil war medical and surgery books, manuals, and surgical sets. Army medical and hospital department, civil war medicine textbooks as specified by the u. Gutheries commentaries on the surgery of war, notes on the surgery of the war in the crimea, the treatment of gunshot wounds, stromeyer on.