At Sternberg General Hospital in Manila, Philippines, life for military nurses before World War II was not exactly hardship. In the midst of beaches, palm groves and country-club-like sports facilities, U.S. Army and Navy nurses performed routine duties. Their second-in-command, Lt. Josephine “Mama Josie” Nesbit, relished the fun her “girls” had and made sure they were all comfortable and in good health.

Read all about Josie here.

Source: Military Times