Francis Edward Tourscher

Sisters Heroic Acts During the 1918 Flu Epidemic

History EN ↓ 11 episodi

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable bravery and devotion. Compiled by an academic priest from Villanova University, the narrative is drawn from personal experiences shared by the sisters themselves. Without formal chapter headings, this recor...

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Francis Edward Tourscher

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3 mar 2026

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Episodi

011 - Deceased Sisters Franciscans Sisters Of The Holy Child Sisters Of The Immaculate Conception Sisters 03.03.2026

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable braver...

010 - St Michaels Mother Of Consolation Chestnut Hill St Philips Our Lady Of Victory St Vincents Germantow 03.03.2026

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable braver...

009 - Sisters Of St Joseph Work In Private Homes St Annes St Carthages St Charles St Columbas Epiphany Hol 03.03.2026

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable braver...

008 - Incarnation Olney Philadelphia Most Blessed Sacrament Philadelphia St Pauls Philadelphia Sacred Hear 03.03.2026

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable braver...

007 - Relief Work In Private Homes Sisters IHM St Agathas Philadelphia Pa Annunciation St Anthonys Philade 03.03.2026

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable braver...

006 - St Malachys St Margarets Narbeth Our Lady Of Lourdes Mother Of Good Counsel Bryn Mawr Sisters Of Not 03.03.2026

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable braver...

005 - Sisters Of Saint Joseph St Columbas Emergency Hospital St Patricks Hospital Emergency Number 8 Holms 03.03.2026

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable braver...

004 - Holmsburg Emergency No1 Womens Hospital Fortieth And Parish Phoenixville Hospital Pottsville Sisters 03.03.2026

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable braver...

003 - Sisters Of The Immaculate Heart Emergency Hospital Pages 20-30 03.03.2026

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable braver...

002 - St Leonards Academy Assumption Sharon Hill Sisters Of The Immaculate Heart Catholic Home Bureau Page 03.03.2026

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable braver...

001 - Introduction Sisters Of The Blessed Sacrament Sisters Of The Third Order Of St Francis Sisters Of Th 03.03.2026

In the fall of 1918, over 2,000 Roman Catholic nuns courageously left their convents in the Philadelphia area to care for those afflicted by the devastating influenza epidemic. Tragically, 23 of these dedicated sisters lost their lives in their selfless service. This compelling account, published by the American Catholic Historical Society of Philadelphia in 1919, showcases their remarkable braver...

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