The U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps, established in 1943 by federal legislation known as the “Bolton Act,” created the nation’s first integrated Uniformed U.S. Service Corps and fulfilled an urgent need for nurses during World War II. At that time many … Continue reading
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May 6, 2014, Nurses’ Day and KGH Museum Exhibit Opening Our Museum Exhibit Opening was a huge success. We haven’t had a chance to compile all the photos or transcribe the text of all the remarks, so please bear with … Continue reading
From: RADM Sylvia Trent-Adams, Chief Nurse Officer, U.S. Public Health Service Dear Cadet Nurse, We would like to honor the Cadet Nurse Corps by celebrating your contributions and service to our country. We invite you to join your fellow nurse … Continue reading
The United States Cadet Nurse Corps became available in 1943. Women as young as 17-years-old were eligible to join and were then provided tuition, books, a stipend, and a uniform with the provision that, after completion, they would serve for … Continue reading