Napoleonic Wars

In the tumultuous saga of the Napoleonic Wars, one critical narrative has remained notably absent: a comprehensive medical history. This new volume from Martin R. Howard fills that void, examining the conflict through the lens of medicine with meticulous research and first-hand accounts. From the blood-stained fields of battle to the makeshift hospitals overflowing with wounded soldiers, every aspect of medical care during this era is vividly portrayed. Readers are immersed in the chaos of battlefield triage, groundbreaking surgical procedures, and the diseases of the time. But beyond mere historical documentation, this work is a gripping testament to human resilience. Through the eyes of those who lived it, the pages pulsate with the drama and urgency of the era, offering a riveting narrative that is both informative and compelling. The book goes beyond traditional military history, delving into broader medical challenges faced during the Napoleonic era. From the tropical diseases of the West Indies to the horrors of battlefield contagion, it offers a global perspective on the medical landscape of the time and gives due recognition to the often overlooked medical legacy of the Napoleonic Wars. AUTHOR: Martin Howard is a former hospital consultant and honorary visiting professor at the University of York. He is a Fellow of the Royal Colleges of Physicians and Pathologists and of the Royal Historical Society. His main interest is in eighteenth- and nineteenth-century warfare, with a particular focus on the human dimension of these conflicts and the lesser-known campaigns. His most recent books in the field are Walcheren 1809: The Scandalous Destruction of a British Army, Death Before Glory! The British Soldier in the West Indies in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars 1793-1815, Wellington and the British Army's Indian Campaigns 1798-1805 and The Fevered Fight: A Medical History of the American Revolution. 30 colour illustrations