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Princess Mary in hospital nurse uniform 1918
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Princess Mary in hospital nurse uniform 1918
Mary, Princess Royal and Countess of Harewood (1897 - 1965), as a nurse during the First World War Date: 1918
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This evocative photograph captures Princess Mary, the Princess Royal and Countess of Harewood, in her hospital nurse uniform during her service in the First World War. Dated 1918, the image shows Princess Mary, the eldest daughter of King George V and Queen Mary, in a serious and focused expression as she attends to a young patient. The Princess, who was just 21 years old at the time, served as a probationer nurse at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and later at the Westminster Infirmary in London. She is seen here wearing the traditional uniform of the time, complete with a starched cap, white blouse, and long, full skirt. The photograph was likely taken during a break in her nursing duties, as she stands in front of a street with children playing in the foreground, adding a sense of normalcy and life going on amidst the chaos of war. Princess Mary's decision to serve as a nurse during the First World War was a remarkable one, as she was a member of the British royal family and could have easily been exempted from such duties. However, she felt strongly that she wanted to contribute to the war effort in a practical way, and her service as a nurse inspired many others to do the same. This powerful image is a testament to the sacrifices and dedication of the many women who served as nurses during the First World War.
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