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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. ... at the suggestion of a friend and I would recommend it to anyone who has an interest in history/a ...By savy seniorI purchased this title at the suggestion of a friend and I would recommend it to anyone who has an interest in history/a professional nursing background. Well written; flows nicely and tells a compelling story of real women who grew up in the depression era; entered nursing for differing and personal reasons; requested duty in the Philippines at the start of WW 2; obviously before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor; and lived through the hellish aspects of war. They maintained their cohesiveness as a unit; their professionalism in carrying out their duties to their patients under extreme duress and the brutal conditions of prisoner of war camps. I applaud Elizabeth Norman for her efforts to interview these women capture their stories before they were lost to us.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Courageous NursesBy Grace A.Wonderful book about a breed of nurses who really knew how to give their very best despite horrendous conditions to care for their patients. Nurses who worked so hard but genuinely loved their careers and worked as a team; supporting each other in every aspect of work and life during a brutal period in WWII. Despite the harsh conditions they never gave up hope. The courage they displayed was remarkable. This book is a must read for nurses of today.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Nurse HeroinesBy G. MoccioI rated this book 5 stars because it was very well researched and well written. I was not aware of these nurses or the role they played in caring for the sick and wounded in Bataan and Corrigedor. I am of an age where I still want to learn about WWII. I feel it is an important history the world should never forget and the story of this group of women is awe inspiring. My late son was an airborne combat medic in the 82nd and a nurse in civilian life. My beloved granddaughter is a registered nurse so the premise of this book is of great interest to me for both those reasons.