How a WWI Nurse Held a Soldier's Hand Amid Shells

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Edith Campbell, a Canadian nurse on the Western Front in World War I, stayed at a casualty clearing station while shells fell around her, holding a dying soldier’s hand until his last breath. Her courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication saved not just lives but the dignity of countless soldiers in the chaos of war.

Born in Montreal in 1871, Edith trained in New York and worked in both Manhattan and Montreal before enlisting in the Canadian Army Medical Corps at forty-two. Known as one of the “Bluebirds,” she faced scandals, enemy bombardments, and unimaginable human suffering — yet her bravery earned her the Military Medal and Royal Red Cross. From tending the gravely wounded to comforting the dying, her story shows that true heroism often comes without a rifle.

This story is a testament to Canadian history, forgotten people, acts of bravery, human tragedy, and extraordinary events. Edith’s life reminds us that courage and compassion can shine even in the darkest moments. Her medals now rest in the Canadian War Museum, a symbol of her remarkable service.

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