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Mending Broken Soldiers
Archival Summary & Scope
Guy R. Hasegawa's *Mending Broken Soldiers* offers the first in-depth examination of Civil War-era provisions for military amputees requiring artificial limbs. This comprehensive study details the pioneering artificial-limb industry, including ingenious prosthetic designs, rapid medical advancements, and the companies that manufactured these devices—some still operating today. Hasegawa connects these foundational programs to modern governmental rehabilitation efforts, presenting a fascinating account of innovation, humanitarianism, and the devastating human cost of war.Categorization Notes
This literature has been indexed in the Read For Truth database under the primary pillar of American Civil War. It is cataloged here based on its relevance to established secondary research, thematic focus, and educational utility within this specific taxonomy.
