How Infectious Diseases Affected General George Washington's Strategy During the American Revolution
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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This talk is in conjunction with the Washington County 250th Committee and is given by Dr. Leach, a retired internist and infectious disease consultant who resides in Queensbury, NY. Dr. Leach was the founder of the Glens Falls Medical Mission and its Project Guatemala.
The location of this event being held at Rogers Island is especially meaningful, as it played a significant role during the American Revolution. One of its notable uses was as a site for a smallpox hospital. In the midst of the war, smallpox outbreaks were a major threat to both the Continental Army and the general population. In this context, Rogers Island became one of the places used to quarantine and treat soldiers who had contracted smallpox. It is believed that the island served as a smallpox hospital for infected soldiers, particularly because of its isolation, which helped limit the spread of the disease.
Come learn more about this fascinating and important endeavor in person.
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