Flora Murray

Women as army surgeons (eBook, ePUB)

Being the history of the Women's Hospital Corps in Paris, Wimereux and Endell Street, September 1914-October 1919

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Women as Army Surgeons," Flora Murray delves into the underrepresented roles of women in the medical field during wartime, particularly focusing on the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Her work combines meticulous historical research with a compelling narrative that brings to life the stories of pioneering women who defied societal conventions to serve as surgeons in the army. Murray'Äôs literary style is characterized by a blend of vivid storytelling and academic rigor, effectively contextualizing the socio-political climate that both impeded and facilitated women's entry into military medicine. This book stands as a testament to resilience and courage against the backdrop of a predominately male-dominated profession during times of conflict. Flora Murray, herself a trailblazer in medicine, co-founded the Women'Äôs Hospital Corps during World War I. Her firsthand experiences as a surgeon undoubtedly informed her writing, as she aimed to shed light on the critical contributions of women in medical practices within military operations. Murray'Äôs work is interwoven with her advocacy for gender equality in healthcare, making her insights both personal and universally relevant. I highly recommend "Women as Army Surgeons" to scholars and general readers alike who are interested in feminist history, medical ethics, and the evolution of gender roles in professions typically reserved for men. This book not only honors the legacies of these female surgeons but also challenges contemporary audiences to reflect on the ongoing struggle for gender equity in all fields.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 144
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066339534339
• Artikelnr.: 68452165

Inhaltsangabe

Preface
Part I. The Women's Hospital Corps in Paris and Wimereux: 1. Organisation of the Women's Hospital Corps
2. Arrival in Paris
3. The hospital in the Hotel Claridge is opened
4. First days in Paris
5. A visit to Braisne, and an inspection
6. The hospital and its visitors
7. Les défenseurs de notre patrie
8. The unit expands
9. The hospital at Wimereux under the R.A.M.C. is opened
10. Closure of the hospital in the Hotel Claridge
11. The corps is offered a hospital in London
Part II. The Women's Hospital Corps in London: 1. Organisation of the military hospital, Endell Street
2. First days of the military hospital, Endell Street
3. Medical and surgical work
4. The visitors - the entertainments - the library
5. The women orderlies
6. Those who made the wheels go round
7. The position of women under the War Office
8. Closure of the military hospital, Endell Street.