Amputation Saw
Dublin Core
Title
Amputation Saw
Subject
United States -- Texas -- Williamson County.
War (Civil War).
War (Civil War).
Description
Amputation Saw. This serrated bone saw is approximately 16 inches long with a metal blade and wooden handle.
Compared to modern medicine, medical knowledge during the Civil War was limited. Many lost limbs due to battle wounds or subsequent infection. This saw was used to cut through bone during such surgeries.
Compared to modern medicine, medical knowledge during the Civil War was limited. Many lost limbs due to battle wounds or subsequent infection. This saw was used to cut through bone during such surgeries.
Date
1860s
Contributor
This collection is courtesy of Tommy Gonzalez. We would like to thank him for the generosity he has shown the museum.
All photographs are courtesy of Georgene Richaud. Georgene, thank you for your contribution!
All photographs are courtesy of Georgene Richaud. Georgene, thank you for your contribution!
Rights
All rights to the images are held by Tommy Gonzalez. This image is posted for non-profit educational purposes, excluding printed publication. For permission to reproduce images and/or for copyright information, contact The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Ave, Georgetown, TX 78626.
http://williamsonmuseum.org
http://williamsonmuseum.org
Type
Object
Files
Collection
Citation
“Amputation Saw,” Courage & Contradiction, accessed January 13, 2025, http://civilwar.williamsonmuseumexhibits.org/items/show/20.