Routledge Regimental Practice by John Buchanan - Medical History Book

Explore a unique window into eighteenth-century medicine with 'Regimental Practice' by John Buchanan, M.D. This historical work provides a detailed look at medical practices and disease management during the War of the Austrian Succession. Based on the author's firsthand observations as a surgeon to a cavalry regiment in Flanders between 1742 and 1745, this manuscript offers rare insights into the health challenges faced by the British Army's Royal Regiment of Horse Guards. Published by Routledge as part of the History of Medicine in Context series, this book serves as a primary source for researchers and historians. It documents the diseases common to soldiers serving abroad, including what was then known as 'the Blews.' The text reflects decades of revision by Buchanan, making it a comprehensive record of his medical career and observations. This volume is an essential resource for anyone studying military history, the evolution of medical science, or the daily lives of soldiers in the mid-1700s.