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Angel of Mercy - Page 2


© Mary M. Alward
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Aug 2, 2004


In 1867, I took a job as pension clerk in the Treasury Department in Washington, D.C. I worked there for twenty-eight years. In 1895, I broke both of my legs. I never recovered and was an invalid for the rest of my life.

After the accident, I returned to Concord. I lived there until my death on April 24, 1900. In 1901, the State Legislature had my portrait painted. It was the first portrait of a woman to hang in the State House. Concord also named a school after me.

Well, that is my story. I hope you've enjoyed learning a little about the life of a Civil War nurse. Please be sure to check at your local library or online to find out more about women who nursed and fought in the Civil War.

Links

The Civil War for Kids

Photos of Women of the Civil War

Rose O'Neal Greenhow - Confederate Spy

Civil War Clipart

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