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Historical Essay

Harvey, Cordelia (1824–1895)

Civil War Philanthropist, Wisconsin First Lady, Nurse, and Teacher
A brief biography of Wisconsin’s Florence Nightingale, Cordelia Harvey who was a strong voice for innovatring Civil War Military hospitals.
Historical Essay

Aunt Mary Ann: Wisconsin's First Doctor

Respected Healer in Prairie du Chien
Learn about Mary Ann Menard, Wisconsin's first doctor.

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