Explore the rigor of wartime medical training with this original 1940 Imperial Japanese Navy Nursing Textbook. Officially reviewed and approved by the Navy Ministry Education Bureau, this textbook covers an extensive range of topics including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, compounding techniques, disinfection, hemostasis, and massage. Published on May 30, 1940, and priced at 1.50 yen, this historical piece measures 21cm by 15cm and spans 786 pages. Although it shows signs of wear such as stains, tears, and general aging, it remains a fascinating snapshot of naval medical education during World War II.
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