The Father of Battlefield Medicine: Dr. Jonathan Letterman
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Special Event
Join us on September 17th at 11 AM at the Pry House Field Hospital Museum, for a special event on the 161st anniversary of the Battle of Antietam. Historian Randy Krakauer will discuss the life and career of Dr. Jonathan Letterman, Medical Director of the Army of the Potomac. Letterman is considered to be the “Father of Battlefield Medicine” and his ideas were first implemented at this battle from his headquarters here at the Pry House.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Schedule
Date:
Sep 17, 2023
Time:
11:00 AM
Duration:
1 hour
Event Type
- Partner Program
- Talk