Under The Red Crescent - Charles Snodgrass Ryan - Bog

""Under The Red Crescent: Adventures Of An English Surgeon With The Turkish Army At Plevna And Erzeroum, 1877-1878"" is a historical memoir written by Charles Snodgrass Ryan in 1897. The book details Ryan's experiences as a surgeon with the Turkish army during the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878. Ryan provides a firsthand account of the battles at Plevna and Erzeroum, where he witnessed the bravery and determination of the Turkish soldiers fighting against the Russian forces. He also describes the harsh conditions of war, including the lack of medical supplies and the constant threat of disease and injury. Additionally, Ryan shares his interactions with the local population, including the kindness of Turkish families who took him in and cared for him during his time in the country. Overall, ""Under The Red Crescent"" offers a unique perspective on a pivotal moment in Turkish history and the role of foreign medical professionals in war.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.