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  • 1Emeritus Professor of Community Nursing, King’s College London, Florence Nightingale School of Nursing and Midwifery and Fellow of the QNI.

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|May 3, 2014
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Summary

World War I spurred social changes, including expanded roles for women and the 1919 Nurses' Registration Act. District nurses (Queen's Nurses) served overseas and had their work supported by Voluntary Aid Detachments.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing History
  • Social History

Background:

  • World War I led to significant social and political transformations.
  • The war created opportunities for women and paved the way for universal suffrage.
  • The 1919 Nurses' Registration Act emerged during this period.

Observation:

  • District nurses, known as Queen's Nurses, played diverse roles during the war.
  • Some Queen's Nurses served internationally with military nursing services.
  • Voluntary Aid Detachments assisted both nurses and Queen's Nurses.

Findings:

  • The district nursing profession's activities and contributions during World War I are examined.
  • The war context influenced the professionalization and scope of district nursing.
  • The article provides a perspective on the war's impact on Queen's Nurses.

Implications:

  • Understanding the historical context of nursing during wartime is crucial.
  • The war's impact highlights the evolving roles and recognition of nurses.
  • This perspective enriches the understanding of nursing history and social change.