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""Beginning Again at Ararat"" is a profound firsthand account of medical humanitarianism in the volatile aftermath of World War I. Written by Dr. Mabel Evelyn Elliott, a courageous physician serving with the Near East Relief, the narrative chronicles her extensive efforts to provide aid and medical care to displaced populations, particularly Armenian refugees and orphans, during a period of immense geopolitical upheaval. The work offers a detailed perspective on the challenges of international relief efforts in the Caucasus and Anatolia. Dr. Elliott describes the harrowing realities of combating epidemics like typhus and the logistical struggles of establishing hospitals and orphanages in war-torn regions. Beyond its value as a medical history, the book provides a compassionate witness to the resilience of those attempting to rebuild their lives in the shadow of Mount Ararat following the Armenian Genocide. Through clinical observation and deeply personal storytelling, ""Beginning Again at Ararat"" captures a pivotal moment in 20th-century history. It stands as a testament to the early foundations of global humanitarianism and the enduring spirit of survival amidst the ruins of empire. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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