A caesarean section in 18th-century Ireland

May 17, 2024

Irish midwife Mary Donally saved a woman's life by performing a c-section in 1738.

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Emma Hemingford

I'm speechless... these are fascinating historical moments you are shedding light on Caroline!

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Thank you so much Emma - I’m glad you found it interesting!

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