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Civil War nurse
A warrior who battled bullets, disease, terrible medical knowledge, and the belief that they didn't belong out in the public sphere.
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Jul 19, 2018
• 1h 2min
Civil War Nurses
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Join us as we explore the life, trials, and triumphs of a Civil War nurse. Explore the prevailing theories of disease, lack of cleanliness, and limited medical training during the Civil War. Learn about the extreme and toxic medical treatments used, as well as the rise of homeopathy as a natural alternative. Discover the challenges faced by women in the medical field throughout history and the discrimination faced by women nurses during the Civil War. Highlighting the role of women nurses and their compassionate care for wounded soldiers on both sides of the conflict. Explore the resilience and impact of women nurses after the war and their contribution to the Women's Rights Movement.
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