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Book Synopsis: Charles Stuart Tripler built a sterling reputation in the antebellum US Army. Veteran of the Seminole and Mexican-American wars, chief medical officer on the typhoid-ravaged voyage commanded by U.S. Grant, Tripler studied and lectured on advances in military medicine and wrote a standard US Army guidebook. Appointed Medical Director of the Army of the Potomac after First Bull Run, Tripler confronted the daunting task of building a medical infrastructure for America’s largest army. His leadership enabled the near-capture of the Confederate capital during the Peninsula Campaign. Instead of advancement, fame, and recognition, lobbying by the US Sanitary Commission torpedoed his promotion. He remained loyal, in uniform, launching a medical installation for veterans — regardless of race — that continues today as a university research and learning facility. Only a tragic death at age sixty put an end to his Army career. Recent scholarship has begun correcting the trope that the Civil War was a medical disaster rife with inexperienced surgeons hacking off limbs. Instead, many practitioners were unsung heroes in a conflict overwhelming in its scope and effect on health and welfare. Tripler is an exemplar, and this freshly researched volume illuminates how health issues can become embroiled in politics, as replicated during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Discover the remarkable story of General Charles Stuart Tripler MD, USA in his captivating book, "His Sword a Scalpel." Delve into the life of this esteemed military officer, from his heroic deeds on the battlefield to his pioneering efforts in advancing military medicine. Tripler's leadership during the Peninsula Campaign, where he built a medical infrastructure for America's largest army, showcases his unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of his fellow soldiers.
Uncover the truth behind the myth that the Civil War was a medical catastrophe. Recent scholarship has revealed the untold stories of unsung heroes like Tripler who dedicated their lives to saving the wounded and improving healthcare practices. Through meticulous research and expert analysis, this book sheds light on the complex relationship between health issues and politics, a connection that remains relevant even in the midst of our current Covid-19 pandemic.
Join us on a journey through history as we pay tribute to General Charles Stuart Tripler, an exemplar of compassion, resilience, and innovation in the field of military medicine. Immerse yourself in captivating narratives and insightful revelations that will reshape your understanding of the Civil War era and its impact on healthcare.
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