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Sisters Heroic Acts During the 1918 Flu Epidemic

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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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

    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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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

    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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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

    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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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

    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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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

    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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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

    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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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

    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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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

    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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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

    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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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

    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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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

    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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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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 recording utilizes the book’s section headings to guide listeners through their inspiring stories. - Summary by David Wales and books subtitle

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