Soldier's Manual Of Sanitation: And Of First Help In Sickness And When Wounded (1873)

The Soldier's Manual of Sanitation: And of First Help in Sickness and When Wounded is a book written by Charles Alexander Gordon and originally published in 1873. The book is a comprehensive guide for soldiers on how to maintain proper hygiene and sanitation in the field, as well as how to provide basic first aid to themselves and their fellow soldiers in case of sickness or injury.The book covers a wide range of topics related to sanitation, including the proper disposal of waste, the importance of clean water sources, and the prevention of infectious diseases. It also provides detailed instructions on how to care for wounds, including how to stop bleeding, how to dress wounds, and how to deal with fractures and dislocations.Throughout the book, Gordon emphasizes the importance of proactive measures to prevent illness and injury, as well as the need for quick and effective action in the event of an emergency. The book is written in a clear and concise style, with practical advice that is easy to follow.Overall, The Soldier's Manual of Sanitation: And of First Help in Sickness and When Wounded is a valuable resource for soldiers and anyone interested in military history or medical history. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the challenges faced by soldiers in the 19th century, as well as the medical knowledge and practices of the time.Adapted For Officers, Noncommissioned Officers, And Privates Of The Active Forces, Militia, Yeomanry, And Volunteers, For Home And Foreign Service, For Peace And For War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.