Military nurse

of the story, explains how hard it was to be a soldier in the Vietnam war. He also focuses on the fact that some soldiers thought the war was wrong. In this memoir O’Brien gives the audience an overview of his thoughts during his journey in the military and also his direct experience in Vietnam. Through his story the author shows how hard it was to be a soldier during the Vietnam War. Enemies ambushes, mortar rounds and mines help paint the picture for the reader as they demonstrate…

of World War II During World War II and the many wars and battles that have occurred throughout history, people come together to unite in order to help support the war. To be a part of a war effort, means to participate in the act of supporting a military force. The work done on the home front is as essential and significant to the war effort that is done by soldiers in the field of battle. On the home front, non-combatants focus on sacrificing, volunteering and being on the same page with…

the sexual orientation of the person.The pentagon stated that they approved women fighting on the front line in the year of 2015, (Chappell, 2015), The connection to this issue is that last year there were only taking men 16-25 in combat due to the Military Selective Act. Another constitutional principle is the 14th amendment, the reason being is that women deserve to have equal rights as men in any situation. Equality can be used to pursue passion, and if this is their passion, to fight on the…

to join the military. This was also something that society did not approve of women doing. Despite disapproval from her family, she went on to basic training. There she faced being a woman in a "man`s" world. She continues to talk about her time at basic and meeting her husband. When I first read this title, I immediately wanted to know more. "A Young Girl Joins the Army," is something that was unheard of during that time. Back in the 1940`s it was uncommon for women to join the military. Women…

Controversy on the Front Lines Women should be allowed to fight on the front lines. Women should fight on the front lines because, they have taken part in war efforts already, they fought for their own right to vote, and if they fit the position there should be no reason for them not to. From the beginning women have had some role in war. Whether it be staying at home, being a single parent, or enlisting and helping where they are told. Native Americans were able to treat men and women as…

Should women be allowed to fight for the country that they live in protecting not only their loved ones but also the many people that depend on the arm forces? This is an out dated question for centuries woman have continued to do their part protecting the country they call home and, with the changing times seeing a female combatant isn’t a uncommon occurrence however, due to stereotypical individuals they feel as though woman are nothing more than a distraction on a battlefield and, are said to…

‘Where there are men fighting, there are always nurses.” This was said by my good friend, Sister Florence Syer- God rest her soul. Anyway, hello, my name is Matilda Bullwinkel, and I used to be a nurse back in the late 1900s, World War Two. This war began on the 1st of September 1939 and ended in 1945- the same war that changed my life forever. I was 26 years old when all the Australian women (including me) volunteered and joined the only women’s service that existed at that time, the…

Korean War June 25, 1950 – July 27, 1953: Nursing and Advancement in Medicine: Over 4,000 active duty and reserve Naval nurses, and 700 Army nurses served during the Korean War. These nurses were assigned to hospitals, Mobile Army Surgical Hospitals (MASH), and three hospital ship. The USS Haven, rendered care to approximately 35% of the wars battle casualties. These hospital ships and helicopters were mobile innovations for evacuation of combat casualties. Commander Estelle Lange and…

Florence Nightingale was a young women who belonged to a middle class family. Her father had a very extensive education with included the classics, philosophy and modern languages, he taught his young daughters all that he knew. Florence however excelled in math and sciences. In the 19th century Florence’s parents took her and their other daughters on a tour of Europe which was intended to educate them. On this trip Florence kept a diary which she recorded notes on population statics of…

age six my eyes were overcome with fear. My mentor and supporter, my grandfather was dying and it was inevitable. During prolonged days of agony and despair the nurses were comforting and compassionate. I remember informing them my life goal was “to make a difference”. I aspired to be able to return the caring support that those nurses gave to me. Fast forward sixteen years and I am proud of the career path and profession I have pursued. I started my medical career as a State Tested Nursing…