Notes on Military Hygiene: For Officers of the Line, a Syllabus of Lectures Formerly Delivered at the United States Infantry and Cavalry School (1898)

Notes on Military Hygiene is a comprehensive guide to the principles of hygiene and sanitation for military officers. Originally published in 1898, this book was designed as a syllabus for lectures delivered at the United States Infantry and Cavalry School. The author, Alfred Alexander Woodhull, was a physician and professor of hygiene at the school. The book covers a wide range of topics related to military hygiene, including the prevention of infectious diseases, the proper disposal of waste, the maintenance of clean water sources, and the management of food supplies. The author provides detailed information on the causes and symptoms of various diseases, as well as strategies for their prevention and treatment. In addition to its practical advice, Notes on Military Hygiene also includes discussions of the historical and cultural contexts of hygiene practices. The author draws on examples from military campaigns throughout history to illustrate the importance of proper sanitation in maintaining the health and effectiveness of troops. Overall, Notes on Military Hygiene is an invaluable resource for military officers and anyone interested in the history and practice of hygiene and sanitation. Its clear and concise explanations, combined with its historical perspective, make it a fascinating and informative read.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.