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A M Rutten

    Bulletin - Cercle Benelux D'Histoire De La Pharmacie
    |October 1, 1994
    PubMed
    Summary

    A 1686 expedition to establish a Pomeroon colony failed due to high mortality from diseases like dysentery and malaria. The study reviews medicines used, noting antimony and theriac for inflammation.

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    Area of Science:

    • Historical medical practices
    • Colonial history
    • Early pharmaceutical trade

    Context:

    • The West Indian Company's 1686 attempt to colonize the Pomeroon region on the Wild Coast.
    • The Wild Coast's strategic importance for trade in valuable Guyana products (dyes, balsam, etc.).
    • The expedition's composition, including Commander Jacob de Jongh and surgeon David van Cassel with a chest of 103 medicines.

    Purpose:

    • To review the list of medicines utilized during the ill-fated Pomeroon colony expedition.
    • To analyze the medical provisions and their application in combating diseases prevalent in the region.

    Summary:

    • The Pomeroon colony, established in 1686, collapsed rapidly due to high mortality from dysentery and malaria, compounded by poor leadership and discipline.
    • Key medicines documented include antimony, which played a significant role, and theriac, employed for its anti-inflammatory properties.

    Impact:

    • Provides insight into historical disease management and pharmaceutical use in colonial settings.
    • Highlights the challenges faced in early colonization efforts, including disease and logistical failures.
    • Contributes to the understanding of the medicinal trade and practices in the Guyana region during the late 17th century.

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