Question 299

During the First World War, over 3,000 Canadian nurses served bravely in the Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps. What was the popular nickname given to these nurses?

  1. ABluebirds
  2. BRed Cross Angels
  3. CMaple Leafs
  4. DThe Violets
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Correct answer: A) Bluebirds

Explanation

More than 3,000 Canadian nurses served in the military during the First World War, with 2,500 of them serving overseas. They were nicknamed "Bluebirds" because of their blue uniforms.

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