Anytime the subject of amputation comes up, I always think about the many men who lost limbs during the Civil War. I've always wondered if most of it was really necessary or if the surgeons were overwhelmed and made quick decisions. I know there was a problem with lead poisoning. But didn’t some survive torso wounds?

It's a great book. I've read it several times. I read it again about a year ago because I was preparing to write a book set in that time period. It helped me get in the proper mood. Thanks for reminding me of this, Old Sport.