Journal of the United States Artillery, Volumes 35-36Artillery School Press, 1911 - Artillery |
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Page 343 - X-rays on the battle field and at the first aid stations. It rests with the jury of award how the prizes will be allotted in respect to the various subjects. That is to say, the largest prize will be awarded for the best solution of any question irrespective of what the question may be. Further information may be obtained by addressing the Chairman, Exhibit Committee, American Red Cross, Washington, DC Very respectfully, CHARLES LYNCH, Major, Med.