Hospital Transports

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The memoir recounts Frederick Law Olmsted's experiences as the executive secretary of the United States Sanitary Commission during the summer of 1862, amidst the American Civil War. It details the logistical challenges of transporting sick and wounded soldiers from battlefields to hospitals, as well as the dire conditions faced by both patients and medical staff. Olmsted emphasizes the Commission's efforts to enhance hospital conditions and provides a poignant reflection on the dedication of those involved in wartime medical care. This work serves as an important historical document for Civil War and medical history enthusiasts.