The War Nurse

In "The War Nurse," Superintendent of Nurses Julia Stimson is tasked with recruiting 64 nurses to support British forces during World War I, just as American troops are preparing for deployment. As they arrive at the challenging conditions of British Base Hospital 12 in Rouen, Julia confronts primitive surroundings, a flawed supply system, and resistance from military doctors that tests her authority. When an influx of soldiers afflicted by a mysterious respiratory illness strains the hospital’s resources, Julia faces a heart-wrenching decision: to risk her career or let those she cares for suffer. This sweeping historical novel, based on a true story, offers an evocative glimpse into the trials of wartime nursing in France.