Nurses In History: Edith Cavell

By Hedrick Lepsch


While many would not picture nurses to be recognized as heroes during wartime, Edith Cavell was just that. She was a strong women, distinction was awarded to her when she was sentenced to death after a court hearing.

Edith was a nurse serving in World War I. She focused her efforts on healing soldiers from both sides of the fight, despite the fact that she was British. Though, she is best known for her treasonous acts, she was a heroine to many. During WWI, she did help both sides, but also aided over 200 Allied soldiers escape from the German-occupied area where she worked. Edith was arrested and found guilty of treason.

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As a memorial they year she died, two national newspapers raised funds in her honor. The money was then used to build 6 rest homes, where nurses would be cared for after their many years of service. After their service in the war, Edith had believed this "time out" for women was well deserved. Today, this work continues under the Cavell Nurses Trust, still honoring the love of Edit.

It was her words that make her a legend and someone worth studying. She had no hatred, no bitterness, or animosity towards others. Though she was punished for her care, she stayed true to her beliefs. She was an icon for the sheer fact that she believed in doing what was right over all-else.




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