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Results of Research Conducted by the American College of Surgeons
| Conflict | Waiting time for medical assistance | Death rate from trauma |
|---|---|---|
| Napoleon’s Wars | Around 40 h | 46% |
| World War I | 12–18 h | 8.5% |
| World War II | 6–12 h | 5.8% |
| Korean War | 2–4 h | 2.4% |
| Vietnam War | Around 60 min | 1.7% |
