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A Doctor Comes To California: The Diary Of John S. Griffin, Assistant Surgeon With Kearny's Dragoons, 1846-47

A Doctor Comes To California: The Diary Of John S. Griffin, Assistant Surgeon With Kearny's Dragoons, 1846-47

Griffin, John S.
Ames, George
Lyman, George D.

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ISBN10: 1432593846
ISBN13: 9781432593841
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2007
Pages: 116
Weight: 0.36
Height: 0.24 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Doctor Comes to California is a historical diary written by John S. Griffin, an assistant surgeon who served with Kearny's Dragoons during the Mexican-American War from 1846 to 1847. The diary provides a firsthand account of Griffin's experiences as a doctor on the front lines of the war, treating wounded soldiers and civilians alike. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different period of Griffin's time in California. In addition to his medical duties, Griffin also writes about the daily life of a soldier during this time, including the harsh living conditions, the dangers of traveling through hostile territory, and the camaraderie among the troops. Throughout the diary, Griffin provides detailed descriptions of the battles and skirmishes he witnessed, as well as his interactions with the local population, including the Native Americans he encountered. He also includes observations on the natural environment of California, including its flora and fauna. Overall, A Doctor Comes to California is a fascinating and informative firsthand account of a pivotal moment in American history, as well as a valuable primary source for historians and scholars.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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