Jason Myers

Hallowed Ground Magazine, Spring 2024

Battle Scars: The Visible and Invisible Cost of War

This issue of Hallowed Ground takes a closer look at the topic of the Civil War and medicine. The conflict that brought this nation its bloodiest days also shaped significant advancements in the treatment of disease and injury endured by soldiers on and off the battlefield, including the physical and emotional scars veterans carry long after battle is done. Drawing parallels between past and present conflicts, this issue illuminates the timeless human experience of trauma, resilience and the profound connections that bind soldiers across generations.

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