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About The Book: "A History of the Indian Medical Service 1600-1913" comprises two volumes, each offering a detailed exploration of the service's evolution. Volume one traces the origins from European surgeons' roles in oriental territories, detailing key figures and events across regions like Surat, Bombay, Madras, and Bengal. It discusses foundational aspects such as commissions, ranks, and appointments, providing a comprehensive understanding of the service's early history. Volume two delves into the administrative framework, diverse medical roles, and post-retirement engagements. It scrutinizes uncovenanted services, war contributions, and societal impacts, offering insights into medical education and journalism. Together, the volumes provide a thorough examination of the Indian Medical Service's historical context, organizational structure, and future prospects. About The Author: Dirom Grey Crawford (1857–1942), an Indian-born British physician and Indian Medical Service (IMS) officer, rose to lieutenant colonel before retiring in 1911. During World War I, he served on hospital ships, earning mention in dispatches. Renowned for his works "History of the Indian Medical Service 1600–1913" and "Roll of the Indian Medical Service 1615–1930," detailing 6,156 IMS officers' biographies, including his own. The Title 'A History of the Indian Medical Service: 1600-1913 written/authored/edited by LT.-Colonel D. G. Crawford', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362083708 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 554 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: 2nd