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Medical Aspects of Chemical Warfare (2008) - The Black Vault

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<strong>The</strong> first line <strong>of</strong> medical defense in wartime is the combatmedic. Although in ancient times medics carried the caduceusinto battle to signify the neutral, humanitarian nature <strong>of</strong>their tasks, they have never been immune to the perils <strong>of</strong>war. <strong>The</strong>y have made the highest sacrifices to save the lives<strong>of</strong> others, and their dedication to the wounded soldier isthe foundation <strong>of</strong> military medical care.iii

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