Crimean War. Notes of a military surgeon. Pirogov N.I.

During the Crimean War, Pirogov offers his assistance to the government and goes to the besieged Sevastopol in order to "use his strength and knowledge for the benefits of the army in the battlefield." In letters and stories about Sevastopol, he not only describes the life of a military doctor, but also gives a vivid description of historical events, which became an eyewitness, acting as a direct observer of military events, which makes this book an important documentary source for the study of the Sevastopol defense. Thanks to these letters, N. I. Pirogov appears before the readers not only as a talented scientist, but also as a man of a huge soul, a patriot who disinterestedly serving the Fatherland and ideals of mercy.

This edition presents "Sevastopol letters", as well as a number of articles not published since the beginning of the 20th century.