c1916 Heart Of Empire You Came To Defend Antique British Military Book WW1

c1916 Heart Of Empire You Came To Defend Antique British Military Book WW1

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c1916 Heart Of Empire You Came To Defend Antique British Military Book WW1

WW1 Era Souvenir Album Of London Upon Soldier Leaving Hospital
"The Heart Of The Empire You Came To Defend"
Addressed to "Lieut A. A. Hermitage"
Inscribed: We thank you for your splendid service to your King and Country and ask you to accept this token of our good wishes on leaving The 3rd London General Hospital
Published by The Photocrom Co Ltd: London c1916 (undated)
WW1 Era British Military Publication - RARE BOOK
Includes 38 tipped-in photographic plates

"The 3rd London General Hospital was one of the key medical facilities established in the United Kingdom during World War I to treat wounded soldiers returning from the front lines. Located in Wandsworth, South London, it was based at the Royal Victoria Patriotic Building, originally built in the 1850s as an orphanage for girls. At the outbreak of WWI in 1914, the British War Office requisitioned the building and converted it into a military hospital. Staffed by both military and civilian medical personnel, including members of the Royal Army Medical Corps and the newly formed Voluntary Aid Detachments (VADs), the hospital grew rapidly in capacity. At its peak, it could accommodate over 1,800 patients and specialized in treating a wide range of injuries, particularly those caused by trench warfare and new technologies like machine guns and gas attacks.

The 3rd London General became well known for its innovations in reconstructive surgery and rehabilitation. Surgeons such as Sir Harold Gillies pioneered techniques in facial reconstruction, laying the groundwork for modern plastic surgery. The hospital's role extended beyond physical healing—it also addressed psychological trauma, a growing concern during the war years. As a teaching hospital, it attracted some of the most skilled practitioners of the time and contributed significantly to the advancement of wartime medicine. After the war, the building returned to its original function, but the legacy of the 3rd London General Hospital remained as a symbol of the medical community's adaptability and dedication in times of crisis."

General wear, light staining to covers and spine as shown. All 38 tipped in plates are present however the very last one has some damage as shown (others are excellent). Binding is strong with no loose pages. Title page with some staining, light spotting etc as shown. A nice copy of a scarce original WW1 publication in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 24cm x 32cm x 1.5cm - 76 Pages

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Condition: Very good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Includes 38 tipped-in photographic plates", "Original WW1 Publication"]
Region: Europe
Subject: Military & War
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: General wear, light staining to covers and spine as shown. All 38 tipped in plates are present however the very last one has some damage as shown (others are excellent). Binding is strong with no loose pages. Title page with some staining, light spotting etc as shown. A nice copy of a scarce original WW1 publication in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: The 3rd London General Hospital
Publisher: The Photocrom Co Ltd: London
Year Printed: 1916
Sub-subject: British WW1 Souvenir