Why did Bethune come to international prominence?
For his acting skills
For his olympic achievements
For his service as a frontline trauma surgeon
For his culinary skills
Answer
Norman Bethune came to international prominence for his service as a frontline trauma surgeon during the Second Sino-Japanese War. He was recruited by the Chinese Communist Party in 1938 to help treat the wounded in the conflict. He quickly became known for his innovative surgical techniques and his dedication to his patients.
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