Norman Bethune

Norman Bethune was a Canadian doctor and medical innovator known for his humanitarian work and dedication to improving healthcare. During the 1930s and 1940s, he volunteered to provide medical aid in China, especially during the Second Sino-Japanese War, where he helped organize mobile surgical units to treat wounded soldiers and civilians. Bethune is also recognized for advancing medical techniques, such as blood transfusions in the field. His selfless commitment and pioneering spirit made him a symbol of medical altruism and international solidarity.