La Radiologie et La Guerre

The book opens by tracing the rapid evolution of X‑ray technology from Röntgen’s 1895 discovery to its critical role on the battlefields of the Great War. It explains how physicians, engineers, and military planners turned a laboratory curiosity into a reliable diagnostic and therapeutic tool, adapting bulky equipment for use in field hospitals and ambulances. The narrative shows how this new radiology reshaped medical practice, offering a glimpse of bone and tissue without surgery and saving countless lives.

The author, a pioneering radiologist who volunteered for national defense, recounts her hands‑on experience organizing and expanding radiological services for wounded soldiers. She describes arduous journeys to remote hospitals, the challenges of training staff, and the ingenuity required to build portable machines under wartime constraints. Looking forward, she reflects on the lasting impact of these wartime innovations and the promise they hold for civilian health care.