Guest Speakers
- Grade Level:
- Adult Education
- Subject:
- Social Studies
How did African American women break into the Army Nurse Corps?Join a Park Ranger for a 45-minute PowerPoint presentation on how African American women broke barriers to serve in the Army Nurse Corps.
The nurses of the Army Nurse Corps were an essential part of the war effort. The African American nurses fought to serve their country and to be there for the Black soldiers they treated. Though hurdles were laid in their way, these women succeeded in enlisting in the Army. Black nurses had the backing of several Civil Rights advocates, including Mary Staupers and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. Many Black nurses went on to serve around the world and perform ground-breaking research.
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Last updated: March 13, 2025