Josephine Nesbit
Josephine May Nesbit (also known as Josie Nesbit; December 23, 1894 – August 16, 1993) was an American nurse who served in the Army Nurse Corps. She was second-in-command of the Angels of Bataan, Army nurses stationed in the Philippine Islands during World War II who were the largest group of American women taken as prisoners of war. Nesbit was noted for her "humane, dynamic leadership style." She was credited with the survival of the nurses during the years they were held in captivity at Santo Tomas Internment Camp.
Josephine Nesbit | |
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| Born | Josephine May Nesbit December 23, 1894 Butler, Missouri, US |
| Died | August 16, 1993 (aged 98) |
| Nationality | American |
| Other names | Josie Nesbit |
| Occupation | Army nurse |
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