James Lind-conqueror of scurvy

Robert Alan1959

Fundación Elkano
Getaria, Spain

Surgeon in Britain's Royal Navy, James Lind in 1747 conducted clinical experiments proving citrus fruits would cure scurvy, dreaded killer of seamen. His recommendations and writings helped reform naval health practices.

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Title: James Lind-conqueror of scurvy
Creator: Robert Alan
Date: 1959
Location: Detroit, United States
Original Source: Parke, Davis & Company
External Link: Parke, Davis & Company

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