what is surgeon general william crawford gorgas
William Crawford Gorgas was the 22 nd Surgeon General of the Army and is best known for his work in abating the transmission of yellow fever and malaria by controlling the mosquitoes that carry them. His work in bringing the diseases under control in Panama allowed the construction of the Panama Canal and brought Gorgas recognition as a national hero. Prior to his death on July 4, Gorgas lay dying at the Queen Alexandra Military Hospital in London.