The Caduceus, Yearbook of Howard University

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The 1947 yearbook of the Howard University College of Medicine titled, The Caduceus. The yearbook cover is in the original black leather. Embossed in silver is an illustration of the caduceus symbol and the title "CADUCEUS" written vertically. There are 128 unnumbered pages, with illustrations and photographs throughout. The yearbook includes the Colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Dentistry, listing faculty, students, and patrons. Also included is a full-page biography with portrait of faculty member and physician, Dr. Charles Richard Drew. Inscribed on the interior front cover is: Frank O. Richards, M.D.

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