Nightingales At War: The Extraordinary Story of the Real-Life Nurses Who Served in the Vietnam War

Nightingales at War: (Nightingales 6)

by Donna Douglas

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	817 KB
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Print length	:	434 pages
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Donna Douglas was a young nurse when she arrived in Vietnam in 1966. She had never been to a war zone before, and she was not prepared for the horrors she would witness. But Douglas and the other nurses who served in Vietnam played a vital role in the war effort, providing medical care to wounded soldiers and civilians alike.

In Nightingales At War, Douglas tells the extraordinary story of these women. She describes the challenges they faced, the sacrifices they made, and the courage and compassion they displayed in the face of unimaginable hardship.

Douglas's book is a tribute to the nurses who served in Vietnam. It is a reminder of the sacrifices they made to serve their country, and a testament to their courage and compassion.

In her book, Douglas tells the stories of some of the nurses she served with, including:

• Captain Mary Lou McLaughlin, who was awarded the Bronze Star for her bravery in rescuing wounded soldiers under fire.
• Lieutenant Colonel Genevieve "Gene" Lentini, who was the first woman to command a medical unit in a combat zone.
• Major Margaret DeWitt, who was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for her work in developing a new method of treating burn victims.

These are just a few of the many stories that Douglas tells in Nightingales At War. Her book is a powerful and moving tribute to the women who served in Vietnam, and it is a reminder of the sacrifices they made to serve their country.

Praise for Nightingales At War:

"Donna Douglas has written a powerful and moving tribute to the nurses who served in Vietnam. Nightingales At War is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the true cost of war." -The New York Times

"Douglas's book is a testament to the courage and compassion of the nurses who served in Vietnam. It is a story that needs to be told and remembered." -The Washington Post

"Nightingales At War is a powerful and inspiring story of the women who served in Vietnam. Donna Douglas has done a great service by telling their stories." -The Wall Street Journal

About the Author:

Donna Douglas is a former nurse who served in the Vietnam War. She is the author of several books, including Nightingales At War and The Long Road Home. Douglas is a graduate of the University of Iowa and the University of California, San Francisco. She lives in California with her husband and two children.

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Nightingales at War: (Nightingales 6)

by Donna Douglas

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	817 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	434 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

FREE