London: W. Strahan et al, 1774. Revolutionary War edition - The Seventh Edition, revised and corrected. Pringle served as Physician General to the British Army in the 1740s, and is widely regarded as the father of military medicine. This book, first published in 1752, was the result of those Army experiences and observations. Garrison & Morton, 2150 adds, His books lay down the principles of military sanitation and the ventilation of barracks, gaols, hospital ships, etc. it was due to his remarks. that foot soldiers were given blankets when on service. Rebound in 1/4 morocco over marbled boards, very good condition. 21.5 cm. xxiv, 345, (2), iii-cxx), (28 index and errata) pp. xvi, 435, b/w title page and chapter head engraving. Revolutionary War edition - � �"The Seventh Edition, revised and corrected.� �" Pringle served as Physician General to the British A.

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Observations on the Diseases of the Army.

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W. Strahan et al, London

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1774

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