British Red Cross Society, Duchess of Westminsters Hospital
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British Red Cross Society, Duchess of Westminsters Hospital
A collection of eleven original images relating to No. 1 British Red Cross Society Hospital, more commonly known as The Duchess of Westminsters Hospital, named after its Founder. The hospital was on the French coast at Le Touquet. The Duchess of Westminsters name was Constance Edwina Cornwallis-West and her sister, Daisy, Princess of Pless, nursed in German hospitals. A notable patient of the hospital was J. R. R. Tolkien while suffering from trench fever. The collection includes an incredible image showing an X-Ray taking place. Photographs
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Commonly Constance Cornwallis Daisy Duchess Edwina Eleven Fever Founder Hospitals Includes Incredible Named Notable Nursed Patient Pless Relating Sister Suffering Taking Tolkien Touquet Trench
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This print captures the essence of the British Red Cross Society's Duchess of Westminsters Hospital, also known as The Duchess of Westminsters Hospital. Founded by Constance Edwina Cornwallis-West, this hospital was located on the French coast at Le Touquet and played a crucial role in providing medical care during times of war.
The collection of eleven original images showcases the dedication and compassion of those who served at this renowned hospital. One particularly striking image depicts an X-Ray taking place, highlighting the advanced medical techniques utilized to treat patients.
Among the notable patients treated at The Duchess of Westminsters Hospital was none other than J.R.R. Tolkien, who sought treatment for trench fever. This historical tidbit adds another layer of significance to these photographs, shedding light on the impact that this hospital had on individuals from all walks of life.
From nurses like Daisy, Princess of Pless, who cared for patients in German hospitals, to the innovative medical practices depicted in these images, each photograph tells a unique story within the larger narrative of wartime healthcare. It is truly remarkable how these snapshots capture moments that are both poignant and powerful in their portrayal of humanity's resilience during challenging times.
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