Physician Soldier

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The book presents a collection of letters from Frederick R. Gabriel, a soldier physician during World War II, detailing his experiences in the Pacific theater, including Guadalcanal, Angaur, and Saipan. His son, Michael P. Gabriel, enhances these personal accounts with editing and annotations, providing deeper insights into the social history of the era. This correspondence offers a unique perspective on the daily life and challenges faced by medical personnel in wartime, enriching our understanding of the human side of military history.