Harriet Tubman: an honorary Army nurse and model of courage
Abstract
Harriet Tubman is a widely recognized abolitionist known for her bravery and leadership in freeing enslaved individuals, but her contributions as a nurse during the Civil War remain an equally vital part of her legacy. Though never formally designated as an Army nurse, Tubman’s selfless service in caring for wounded and ill Soldiers during and after the Civil War solidifies her place among those who have shaped mil- itary nursing. Her valor, compassion, and service exemplify the qualities that Army nurses should strive to embody
Fields of Study & Subjects
Medical History and Innovations
Nursing Education
Practice
and Leadership
History of Science and Medicine
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The Medical Journal
- Volume
- 108
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 14–14
- Publication date
- 2 March 2026
- Language
- EN