U.S. Army Nurse Corps facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Army Nurse Corps (U.S. Army) |
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The Army Nurse Corps
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| Active | 1901 – present day |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Motto(s) | Embrace the past – Engage the present – Envision the future |
The United States Army Nurse Corps (NC) is a special part of the U.S. Army. It was started by the United States Congress in 1901. This group, along with five other special branches, makes up the Army Medical Department (AMEDD).
The Nurse Corps is the main nursing service for the U.S. Army. Their job is to provide skilled nurses to help with the plans of the United States Department of Defense. All their work focuses on keeping soldiers and their families healthy and well.
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What is the Army Nurse Corps?
The Army Nurse Corps is a group of dedicated nurses. They work for the United States Army. Their main goal is to care for soldiers. They also help military families. These nurses are a very important part of the Army's medical team.
Helping Soldiers and Families
Nurses in the Army Nurse Corps do many important jobs. They care for sick or injured soldiers. They also help soldiers recover. These nurses work in many different places. This includes hospitals and clinics. They might also work on military bases. Their work helps keep the Army strong. It also supports the well-being of military families.
A Look at Their History
The Army Nurse Corps has a long history. It began over 120 years ago. Since 1901, these nurses have served bravely. They have been part of many important events. They have helped soldiers in wars and during peacetime. Their dedication has always been about caring for others.
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Five American Civil War nurses at 1916 Massachusetts encampment; Helen E. Smith, Susan C. Mills, Margaret Hamilton, Mary E. Smith, and Lovisa Tyson.
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Nurses during the Spanish American War
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1917 Army Nurse Corps Uniform Coat
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Nurses, personnel, and patients of United States Base Hospital 32 in Contrexeville, France in 1918.
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Archbishop James Duhig meeting with United States Army nurses ca. 1944 at St Stephen's Cathedral.
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U.S. Army nurse wearing a helmet and fatigue uniform.
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Army nurses in the Philippines liberated after three years as POWs
