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Healing Wounds

A Vietnam War Combat Nurse’s 10-Year Fight to Win Women a Place of Honor in Washington, D.C.

by Diane Carlson Evans, Bob Welch, Joseph Galloway ...

In 1983, when Evans came up with the vision for the first-ever memorial on the National Mall to honor women who’d worn a military uniform, she wouldn’t be deterred. She remembered not only her sister veterans, but also the hundreds of young wounded men she had cared for, as she expressed during a Congressional hearing in Washington, D.C.: “Women didn’t have to enter military service, but we ... Read more

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In 1983, when Evans came up with the vision for the first-ever memorial on the National Mall to honor women who’d worn a military uniform, she wouldn’t be deterred. She remembered not only her sister veterans, but also the hundreds of young wounded men she had cared for, as she expressed during a Congressional hearing in Washington, D.C.: “Women didn’t have to enter military service, but we
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Pure Grit

How American World War II Nurses Survived Battle and Prison Camp in the Pacific

by Mary Cronk Farrell ...

"Farrell chronicles the harrowing story of U.S. Army and Navy nurses based in the Philippines during WWII . . . a memorable portrayal." — Booklist (starred review)In the early 1940s, young women enlisted for peacetime duty as U.S. Army nurses. But when the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 blasted the United States into World War II, 101 American Army and Navy nurses serving in the ... Read more

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"Farrell chronicles the harrowing story of U.S. Army and Navy nurses based in the Philippines during WWII . . . a memorable portrayal." — Booklist (starred review)In the early 1940s, young women enlisted for peacetime duty as U.S. Army nurses. But when the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 blasted the United States into World War II, 101 American Army and Navy nurses serving in the
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Courageous Women of the Vietnam War

Medics, Journalists, Survivors, and More

by Kathryn J. Atwood ...

Series series Women of Action
Readers are introduced to courageous women and girls who risked their lives through their involvement in the conflict in Vietnam. These women served in dangerous roles as medics, journalists, resisters, and revolutionaries. Through their varied experiences and perspectives, young readers gain insight into the many facets of this tragic and complex conflict. ... Read more

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Readers are introduced to courageous women and girls who risked their lives through their involvement in the conflict in Vietnam. These women served in dangerous roles as medics, journalists, resisters, and revolutionaries. Through their varied experiences and perspectives, young readers gain insight into the many facets of this tragic and complex conflict.
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Healing Wounds

A Vietnam War Combat Nurse's 10-Year Fight to Win Women a Place of Honor in Washington, D.C.

by Diane Carlson Evans ...

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What is the price of honor? It took ten years for Vietnam War nurse Diane Carlson Evans to answer that question—and the answer was a heavy one.In 1983, when Evans came up with the vision for the first-ever memorial on the National Mall to honor women who'd worn a military uniform, she wouldn't be deterred. She remembered not only her sister veterans, but also the hundreds of young wounded men she ... Read more

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What is the price of honor? It took ten years for Vietnam War nurse Diane Carlson Evans to answer that question—and the answer was a heavy one.In 1983, when Evans came up with the vision for the first-ever memorial on the National Mall to honor women who'd worn a military uniform, she wouldn't be deterred. She remembered not only her sister veterans, but also the hundreds of young wounded men she
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The Storyville Project

Storyville, #1

by Lakes Area Writers Alliance, Beverly Abear, Carissa Andrews, Matt Black, Diane Carlson, Kacie Clement, Jennifer Dege, Rebecca Flansburg, Joan Hasskamp, John Hurd, Janet Kurtz, David Liebeg, Lucas Mumm, Will Paulson, Robert Peterson, Joe Prosit, Barbara Schlichting, Candace Simar, Jack William Smith, Emilee Mae Struss ...

Series Book 1 - Storyville
The Storyville Project is a publication of the nonprofit organization, the Lakes Area Writers Alliance and is a collaboration of creative nonfiction and fiction from our Minnesota-based author/members. Because our members come from all walks of life, you will find a variety of subjects and styles within.The Lakes Area Writers Alliance's goal is to encourage and support our fellow writers.Everyone ... Read more

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The Storyville Project is a publication of the nonprofit organization, the Lakes Area Writers Alliance and is a collaboration of creative nonfiction and fiction from our Minnesota-based author/members. Because our members come from all walks of life, you will find a variety of subjects and styles within.The Lakes Area Writers Alliance's goal is to encourage and support our fellow writers.Everyone
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The Storyville Project

Storyville, #2

by Lakes Area Writers Alliance ...

Series Book 2 - Storyville
The Storyville Project is a publication of the nonprofit organization, the Lakes Area Writers Alliance and is a collaboration of creative nonfiction and fiction from our Minnesota-based author/members. Because our members come from all walks of life, you will find a variety of subjects and styles within.The Lakes Area Writers Alliance's goal is to encourage and support our fellow writers.Everyone ... Read more

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The Storyville Project is a publication of the nonprofit organization, the Lakes Area Writers Alliance and is a collaboration of creative nonfiction and fiction from our Minnesota-based author/members. Because our members come from all walks of life, you will find a variety of subjects and styles within.The Lakes Area Writers Alliance's goal is to encourage and support our fellow writers.Everyone
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Home Before Morning

The Story of an Army Nurse in Vietnam

by Lynda Van Devanter ...

Narrated by Ann Sprinkle ...

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15 hours 25 min

Lynda Van Devanter was the girl next door, the cheerleader who went to Catholic schools, enjoyed sports, and got along well with her four sisters and parents. After high school she attended nursing school and then did something that would shatter her secure world for the rest of her life: in 1969, she joined the army and was shipped to Vietnam. When she arrived in Vietnam her idealistic view of ... Read more

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Lynda Van Devanter was the girl next door, the cheerleader who went to Catholic schools, enjoyed sports, and got along well with her four sisters and parents. After high school she attended nursing school and then did something that would shatter her secure world for the rest of her life: in 1969, she joined the army and was shipped to Vietnam. When she arrived in Vietnam her idealistic view of
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Home before Morning

The Story of an Army Nurse in Vietnam

by Lynda Van Devanter ...

A powerful and harrowing memoir of a young nurse’s experience in the Vietnam WarLynda Van Devanter was the girl next door, the cheerleader who went to Catholic schools, enjoyed sports, and got along well with her four sisters and parents. After high school she attended nursing school and then did something that would shatter her secure world for the rest of her life: in 1969, she joined the army ... Read more

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A powerful and harrowing memoir of a young nurse’s experience in the Vietnam WarLynda Van Devanter was the girl next door, the cheerleader who went to Catholic schools, enjoyed sports, and got along well with her four sisters and parents. After high school she attended nursing school and then did something that would shatter her secure world for the rest of her life: in 1969, she joined the army
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The Split History of the Attack on Pearl Harbor

A Perspectives Flip Book

by Steven Otfinoski ...

Series series Perspectives Flip Books: Famous Battles
Every battle has two sides, and the attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II is no different. Experience the event from perspective of the Americans, and then read the perspective of the Japanese. A deeper understanding of the battle from both sides will give readers a clearer view of this historic event. ... Read more

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Every battle has two sides, and the attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II is no different. Experience the event from perspective of the Americans, and then read the perspective of the Japanese. A deeper understanding of the battle from both sides will give readers a clearer view of this historic event.
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US Marines Alphabet Book

by Jerry Pallotta, Sammie Garnett ...

Illustrated by Vickie Fraser ...

Take a look at fascinating facts about the US Marines--one for each letter of the alphabet! There's a lot to learn about this important branch of our armed forces.With information from both history and the modern era, each letter covers something related to the Marines. From fire teams to jets, and from Parris Island to uniforms, this book is a wealth of information that highlights the courage and ... Read more

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Take a look at fascinating facts about the US Marines--one for each letter of the alphabet! There's a lot to learn about this important branch of our armed forces.With information from both history and the modern era, each letter covers something related to the Marines. From fire teams to jets, and from Parris Island to uniforms, this book is a wealth of information that highlights the courage and
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Race Against Death: The Greatest POW Rescue of World War II (Scholastic Focus)

by Deborah Hopkinson ...

A thrilling account of the most daring World War II rescue mission, liberating hundreds of American prisoners of war.Scholastic Focus is the premier home of thoroughly researched, beautifully written, and thoughtfully designed works of narrative nonfiction aimed at middle-grade and young adult readers. These books help readers learn about the world in which they live and develop their critical ... Read more

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A thrilling account of the most daring World War II rescue mission, liberating hundreds of American prisoners of war.Scholastic Focus is the premier home of thoroughly researched, beautifully written, and thoughtfully designed works of narrative nonfiction aimed at middle-grade and young adult readers. These books help readers learn about the world in which they live and develop their critical
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Women in Combat

Bringing the Fight to the Front Lines

by Lisa M. Bolt Simons ...

Series series Women and War
Women have always played a part in war, but until recently in the U.S., they were not allowed to fight on the front lines. This book will look into the controversy surrounding women in combat while detailing stories of women from today and yesterday finding themselves on the front lines and the courage, initiative, and uphill battles they face as both soldiers and women hoping to make a difference ... Read more

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Women have always played a part in war, but until recently in the U.S., they were not allowed to fight on the front lines. This book will look into the controversy surrounding women in combat while detailing stories of women from today and yesterday finding themselves on the front lines and the courage, initiative, and uphill battles they face as both soldiers and women hoping to make a difference
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