Susie Taylor
Writer and first black Army nurse
Born
August 6th, 1848
176 years ago
Died
1912
113 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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A writer and the first African American Army nurse served during the American Civil War. Provided medical care to soldiers in the United States Colored Troops and published a memoir detailing experiences as a nurse and in the war. Worked to document and share the struggles and triumphs of black soldiers and nurses during this period. Glimpses into daily life and the challenges faced as a black woman in a predominantly white military context are captured in published works.
Published a memoir titled 'Reminiscences'
Served as a nurse for the 33rd United States Colored Infantry
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