Print on Demand. This book delves into the physical and mental fitness of young American men during the First World War. Examining the results of millions of physical examinations conducted on drafted men, the author meticulously analyzes the prevalence of various health issues, from common ailments like tuberculosis and venereal diseases to rarer conditions like epilepsy and mental deficiency. Through detailed statistical breakdowns and comparisons across different regions and demographic groups, the book sheds light on the physical characteristics of the American population during this pivotal period. The author's insights offer a fascinating glimpse into the challenges and limitations faced by a nation mobilizing for war, highlighting the disparities in health across the country and the impact of societal factors on individual well-being. This in-depth study reveals a complex picture of the American population during wartime, providing a valuable historical perspective on health, social conditions, and the role of the individual in a time of national crisis. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Title

Defects Found in Drafted Men (Classic Reprint)

Publisher

Forgotten Books

Publication Date

2017

Language

English

ISBN 10

1333261322

ISBN 13

9781333261320

Binding

Paperback

Condition

New

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print-on-demand item

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What the draft reports reveal about American health history

This book compiles statistics on the physical condition of men registered for selective service. It highlights how researchers categorized defects, the scope of health issues, and how geography and demographics related to fitness for service.

Learn how defects are grouped and counted across states and regions
See examples of common conditions, from foot problems to vision and heart issues
Understand how the data was organized to compare different populations
Discover what the material suggests about the health landscape of the time

Ideal for readers seeking a window into historical public health data and the military draft process.

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Forgotten Books? Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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