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    We Band of Angels by Elizabeth M. Norman
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    'We Band of Angels' by Elizabeth M. Norman is a compelling account of American nurses who became prisoners of war during WWII in the Philippines. The book delves into the harrowing experiences of these women as they endured war, overwork, starvation, and imprisonment under Japanese captors. It highlights their resilience, sacrifices, and the challenges they faced in a time when the role of women in the military was not fully recognized. The narrative explores the physical and emotional trials these nurses went through, showcasing their heroism and determination in the face of adversity.

    IN THE FALL of 1941, while the Imperial Japanese Army and Navy secretly stockpiled tons of materiel and readied regiments of troops to attack American and European bases in the Pacific, the officers o...

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