JOURNAL ARTICLE

All at Sea.

  • Published In: History Today, 2025, v. 75, n. 8. P. 20 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kilburn-Toppin, Jasmine 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the experiences of ship's surgeons in the early modern period, highlighting their medical and emotional challenges while treating sailors at sea. It discusses the journal of John Conny, a ship's surgeon aboard the Peregrine, who documented both physical ailments and psychological distress among crew members, illustrating the intimate and complex relationships between surgeons and patients. The text critiques the stereotype of the detached surgeon, presenting a more nuanced view through personal accounts that reveal the emotional struggles faced by both surgeons and sailors. Additionally, it emphasizes the demanding nature of their roles during a time of significant maritime activity and the varied responsibilities they undertook. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History Today. 2025/08, Vol. 75, Issue 8, p20
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0018-2753
  • Accession Number:186609683
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