Field Hospital and Flying Column Being the Journal of an English Nursing Sister in Belgium & Russia

"Field Hospital and Flying Column" by Violetta Thurstan is a recollection of a woman's experiences as a nursing sister in World War I. It takes you to Belgium and Russia, following her as she provides assistance to the wounded amidst the war’s turmoil. The book captures the difficult truths of war through the eyes of a nurse, showing both the emotional and physical hardships they faced. The story starts with the beginning of the war, showing the mood in London as nurses and volunteers are eager to help. As the nurse receives orders to travel to Belgium, the narrative paints a picture of the frantic preparations and the stark understanding of what war means, including the flood of refugees and the pressing need for medical care, setting the stage for the challenges that await.