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Bandages & Bonesaws: A Modern Look at Civil War Medicine

  • Civil War Veterans Museum 910 1st Corso Nebraska City, NE, 68410 United States (map)

Many new medical technologies were used during the Civil War in an effort to both save lives on the battlefield and give wounded soldiers a better chance at recovery afterwards. Come hear one of our local physicians, retired U.S. Army Colonel Dr. Dean Thomson, discuss the medical advancements made during America’s bloodiest conflict.

Earlier Event: September 17
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Later Event: September 18
Lewis & Clark Reunion #14