Ecaterina Teodoroiu

Romanian soldier and nurse in WWI

Ecaterina Teodoroiu - Military & Warriors born January 14th, 1894
Born
Died

1917
108 years ago — 23 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Romania

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Served as a soldier and nurse during World War I. Joined the Romanian army when the country entered the war in 1916. Fought on the front lines and was recognized for bravery in battle. Treated wounded soldiers, using nursing skills to care for them. Died in combat in 1917 at the Battle of Mărăști, becoming a national symbol of sacrifice and patriotism.

Joined the Romanian army during WWI

Died in the Battle of Mărăști

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