Paediatrics in the Reichsuniversitat Strassburg

Discover the compelling insights of "Paediatrics in the Reichsuniversitat Strassburg" by Aisling Shalvey, published by the University of Exeter Press in 2023. This meticulously researched hardback spans 250 pages and delves into the harrowing experiences of paediatric patients and the medical staff responsible for their care at the Reichsuniversitat Strasbourg, a Nazi-run hospital during the tumultuous years of 1941 to 1944 in occupied France. Shalvey's work sheds light on the complex interplay of medicine, ethics, and the harsh realities of wartime healthcare, making it an essential read for historians, medical professionals, and anyone interested in the impact of war on vulnerable populations. Gain a deeper understanding of this dark chapter in history and the resilience of those who endured it.