How did Samuel Gridley Howe participate in the Greek War of Independence?

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Samuel Gridley Howe participated in the Greek War of Independence against the Ottoman Empire by traveling to Greece shortly after completing his medical education in 1824.1

His contributions included:

Humanitarian Aid: He secured provisions from Americans, which he then distributed to the citizens of war-torn Greece.1
Public Awareness: He wrote letters regarding the conflict that were published in American newspapers, helping to inform the public about the war's progress.1
Documentation: He authored An Historical Sketch of the Greek Revolution (1828), a work that provided Americans with detailed information concerning the causes, developments, and outcomes of the struggle.1