S. May

World War II Flight Surgeon's Story, A S. May

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index. Jacket Description/Flap: Dr. Lamb Myhr was one of hundreds of thousands of young men who served his country in World War II. A flight surgeon in the United States Army Air Force, he served from Morocco to Germany and witnessed historic moments, including Generals Clark, Patton, and Eisenhower meeting to plan the invasion of Sicily. As pilots and crew battled fatigue, extreme conditions, and devastating losses, Dr. Myhr healed, counseled, and taught them, often with limited resources. Informed by documents, research, and interviews with Dr. Myhr, "A World War II Flight Surgeon's Story" offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of a doctor on the front lines. It also illuminates the culture and community of an Army Air Force base, exploring the sanitation measures, mental and physical examinations, and medical procedures that Dr. Myhr performed. Complete with photographs and personal letters, this volume widens our understanding of a war that changed our world forever. S. Carlisle May is a prolific writer and the great-niece of Dr. Lamb Myhr. A graduate of Auburn University, May has written articles for "USAA Magazine, Auburn magazine, Transplant Chronicles, the Daily Tribune News" (Cartersville, GA), and the "Atlanta Journal-Constitution." Through the National WWII Museum's travel program, May followed the path of American and Allied forces from England to Normandy and into Germany. She also retraced the campaigns of the Allies in Malta and Sicily, Italy. A lifelong history enthusiast, May lives near Atlanta, Georgia, with her family. Foreword author Martin K. A. Morgan is a noted military historian and regular contributor to the History Channel, the Discovery Channel, and the National Geographic Channel. His work has appeared in publications including "WWII Quarterly" and "WWII History." A former historian-in-residence at the National WWII Museum, Morgan is a field editor at "American Rifleman" magazine. He lives near New Orleans, Louisiana. Jacket Description/Back: As Axis planes darkened the skies of the European Theater during the Second World War, the Allies rallied to the challenge. Daring pilots fought and died under extreme conditions, racing to end the war that was wreaking such devastation. Keeping them flying were flight surgeons: doctors who treated the bodies and minds of the crews. Stress, injury, infectious disease, and trying living conditions took a high toll, and flight surgeons battled to keep the men hale. Dr. Lamb Myhr was one such flight surgeon. As he served in North Africa and Europe, Dr. Myhr treated horrific injuries, unfamiliar illnesses, and venereal disease, as well as supervising the health and safety of the entire base. He worked long hours in dangerous conditions, making split-second decisions that could save lives. This gripping account draws on Dr. Myhr's records, correspondence, and memories, exploring firsthand the perils and pressures of one of these unsung heroes. Author S. Carlisle May has traveled across the United States and Europe in researching the experiences of Dr. Lamb Myhr, her great-uncle. Her work has been published in the "Atlanta Journal-Constitution, USAA Magazine, " and "Transplant Chronicles, " and she is a founding member of the Congenital Heart Public Health Consortium. Foreword author Martin K. A. Morgan is a noted military historian and regular contributor to the Discovery Channel, the National Geographic Channel, and numerous publications. He previously served as historian-in-residence at the National WWII Museum. Contributor Bio:  May, S S. Carlisle May was raised in a military family and spent time growing up in South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, and Germany. She received her BA in political science from Auburn University and worked as a substitute teacher for two decades. A prolific writer and frequent public speaker, May leads workshops across the nation. She lives with her family near Atlanta, Georgia. Contributor Bio:  Morgan, Martin Martin K. A. Morgan is an author and noted military historian. A graduate of the University of Alabama, he is a regular contributor to the History Channel, the Discovery Channel, and the National Geographic Channel, as well as to publications including World War II Quarterly, the American Rifleman, and World War II History. Morgan works at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he has previously served as historian-in-residence.