It has been said that the American Civil was the first “modern war” in terms of the advancement of weapons, but it was being fought at the same time that the “medical Middle Ages” was coming to an end.

Battlefield surgeons were under qualified and field hospitals were understaffed and poorly supplied. Soldiers were being wounded in ways doctors and surgeons had never seen.

Join military historical re-enactor, lecturer and tour guide, Michael Jesberger who will give us an overview of these poor medical practices and how they impacted the life of the Civil War soldier.

Presenter: Michael Jesberger is an independent military historian who specializes in the American Revolution and Civil War time periods. He is a member of numerous history-based organizations and active in the reenactment community. 

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This presentation will be held in the Community Room. To register, enter your information below. Questions? Contact the library at 215-723-9109.