Civil War Nurses Memorial (Nuns of the Battlefield) in Washington, D.C............

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The Civil War Nurses Memorial (Nuns of the Battlefield) in Washington, D.C., is a bronze sculpture by Jerome Connor honoring the women who served as nurses during the Civil War. Located near Dupont Circle at M Street and Rhode Island Avenue, it recognizes the vital role of nuns and other nurses in caring for wounded soldiers. The memorial is part of Washington's extensive collection of historic monuments and is accessible via the Farragut North Metro station.