This video addresses the question of whether Juneteenth is a legitimate holiday. The host, from InRange TV, discusses comments received during the 160th Juneteenth celebrations at the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum. To explore the legitimacy and purpose of Juneteenth, the video features conversations with several living historians who were present at the event. Speakers include PVT. Kevin C. Chapman Jr., D.C. Overby, Alexis Glover-Oruh (an EMT and living historian of medical and surgical history), and Steve Thomas from Living History Co.
This lecture, "Prostheses and the First World War," delivered by Louise Bell, PhD researcher from the University of Leeds and The National Archives, delves into the significant impact of World War I on amputees. It details the prosthetics issued to approximately 41,000 British servicemen who returned missing limbs, and the care provided by dedicated limb fitting centers. The talk explores the journey from injury to receiving an artificial limb, examining the types of prostheses available and their applications, offering a deeper understanding of the war's enduring legacy.
This short film from the Northern Film School explores the evolution of nursing throughout the twentieth century, highlighting changes and continuities. Produced in collaboration with the Royal Armouries education team, the film delves into themes core to the museum's historical collections. It aims to provide insights into the nursing profession's development over decades.
This animated short film, "Medicine Men Thro Time," humorously explores how 20th-century warfare accelerated medical advancements and accessibility. Produced by the Royal Armouries education team in collaboration with the Northern Film School, the film highlights the impact of conflict on medical progress. While not directly featuring firearms, the context of 'twentieth century warfare' implies a connection to historical military technology and its societal effects.
This video, 'Florence and the Soldier (2010),' produced by the Northern Film School in collaboration with the Royal Armouries, explores how Florence Nightingale revolutionized medical care during the Crimean Wars. The film highlights key aspects of the museum's collections through nine short, two-minute segments, focusing on historical medical practices and potentially the weaponry or equipment of the era. It aims to educate viewers on the impact of Nightingale's work.
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