On the growth of the recruit and young soldier : with a view to a judicious selection of "growing lads" for the army, and a regulated system of training for recruits / by Sir William Aitken.

  • Aitken, William, 1825-1892.
Date:
1887
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Credit: On the growth of the recruit and young soldier : with a view to a judicious selection of "growing lads" for the army, and a regulated system of training for recruits / by Sir William Aitken. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    the ranks: (i) As to bodily endurance or staying powers and general aptitude for military life ; (2) As to their liability or proclivity to certain diseases, which (as compared with civil life) are exceptionally prevalent amongst soldiers.