02519cam a22003253u 4500 21280 UtSlPG 20260610133506.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DT RD Makins, George Henry, 1853- Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900 : Being Mainly a Clinical Study of the Nature and Effects of Injuries Produced by Bullets of Small Calibre Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-05-03 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Josephine Paolucci and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900" by George Henry Makins is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the author's observations and clinical studies of injuries sustained during the South African campaign, particularly those caused by small calibre bullets. It provides an in-depth view of the types of wounds encountered, the treatment methods used, and the conditions under which medical personnel operated during the war. The opening of the text sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Makins's surgical experiences, primarily concerning the nature and effects of bullet wounds observed during military engagements. The author reflects on the different battles he participated in and the surgical challenges faced in the field, including the transport of injured soldiers and the establishment of temporary hospitals. He discusses his surgical equipment, the health conditions of the troops, and briefly notes the various types of modern military rifles and their impact on the severity of injuries, hinting at the unique characteristics of small calibre weaponry. This introductory section promises a thorough examination of surgical practices during conflict, with a strong emphasis on personal observations and practical experiences in wartime medicine. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified South African War, 1899-1902 Surgery, Military Gunshot wounds https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21280 62457 62457