Health and Medicine in the Army: Interactive Timeline

Uncover the history of medical developments in the British Army through this interactive timeline packed with nearly 200 sources.

From the British Civil Wars to the War in Afghanistan, explore change and continuity across the field of health and medicine in the Army through objects.

• Protection and Prevention:
  How has the Army tried to protect soldiers from injury and disease?
• Facilities and Logistics:
  How has the Army organised and managed the healthcare of soldiers during warfare?
• Surgery and Procedures:
  How has the Army developed its treatment of complex and urgent medical problems?
• Medicine and Treatment:
  How has the Army developed and administered medicine and first aid to soldiers?
• Recovery and Rehabilitation:
  How have the Army and soldiers responded to life-changing injuries and experiences?

Plus, discover how the Army has supported the management of public health crises, such as the Covid-19 pandemic.