A Medieval Surgeon

The video explores a medieval surgical operation on the young Prince of Wales, who was injured by an arrow at the Battle of Shrewsbury in 1403. It discusses the historical context, including the influence of Roman surgeon Galen, and details the innovative treatment by John Bradmore, who designed a special instrument to extract the arrowhead. The video highlights the challenges of medieval surgery and the Prince's eventual recovery, emphasizing the importance of observation and treatment techniques that have influenced modern practices.

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