makeshift camp, from the Diary of Dr. Waldo (Doc C), a doctor at Valley Forge during the winter stay. Not only were many soldiers falling ill, but their recovery was made almost impossible: the log houses had windows, only a single door, and a clay fireplace. To keep the soldiers warm, the fireplace had to be kept lit -- however, there was no ventilation due to the lack of windows, and opening the door to let the frigid winter air in was not an option. Due to the poor ventilation, the sickness spread and…
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