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V. R. 76: A French Military Hospital (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Harold James Reckitt

 
9781331087847: V. R. 76: A French Military Hospital (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

V.R. 76: A French Military Hospital is a firsthand account of a WWI hospital and the people who kept it running.

This nonfiction narrative follows the story of Ris Hospital, its founders, and the volunteer effort that built a home-like medical unit in wartime France. It weaves together the challenges of staffing, supply shortages, and the steady work of doctors, nurses, and allied allies who cared for wounded soldiers.

  • Real-life scenes from a field hospital and its daily routines.
  • Profiles of staff, volunteers, and generous donors who supported care on the ground.
  • Insights into patient care, hospital logistics, and the acts of humanity that sustained morale.
  • Periods of transition between war frontlines and the quieter moments of healing.
Ideal for readers who appreciate historical memoirs, wartime medical care, and stories of community effort during crisis.

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