I don’t know how long it has been since my ear has been free from the roll of a drum. It is the music I sleep by, and I love it…. I shall remain here while anyone remains, and do whatever comes to my hand. I may be compelled to face danger, but never fear it, and while our soldiers can stand and fight, I can stand and feed and nurse them.
By Bureau of Engraving and Printing – U.S. Post Office; Smithsonian National Postal Museum;
Image obtained, enlarged, rendered for tone and clarity by Gwillhickers, Public Domain, Link
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One of her last major efforts was leading relief efforts for the infamous Galveston hurricane of 1900. Al Roker talks about her in his book on that disaster.
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Now I am very curious, Vic- I will look that up!
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