'Ward in General Hospital No. 10, formerly Grey's College, Bloemfontein, S.A'

Stereoscopic photograph, Boer War (1899-1902), 1901 (c).

During the South African conflict 22,000 troops were wounded. A further 74,000 were treated for diseases like typhoid and dysentery. As well as battalion medical officers to treat casualties in the field, the newly-formed Royal Army Medical Corps (established in 1898) preserved the lives of many. In addition to Army field ambulances and hospitals, voluntary organisations set up hospitals, first-aid posts and medical units.

From a box of 89 stereoscopic cards entitled, 'South African War through the Stereoscope Pt 2 Vol 1'. Published by Underwood and Underwood and produced by Works and Sun Sculpture Studios, 1901 (c).