M.A.S.H. (Mobile Army Surgical Hospital)

M*A*S*H (Mobile Army Surgical Hospital) was a type of military medical unit designed to provide rapid surgical care to wounded soldiers near combat zones during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. These units were mobile, transportable, and equipped with operating rooms, recovery areas, and medical staff. Their purpose was to stabilize and treat soldiers quickly, saving lives and preventing disabling injuries. The term also gained cultural significance through the popular TV series, which used humor and character-driven stories to address themes of war, medicine, and human resilience while highlighting the critical role of mobile military hospitals.