Video summary
Commentary and newsreel describe the role of nurses during World War One, including the work of volunteer nurses.
A dramatic monologue introduces Edith Cavell, a British nurse remembered for her work in Brussels with injured soldiers of all nationalities.
Edith actively helped allied soldiers escape German-occupied Brussels.
This led to her arrest, trial and execution by the Germans in 1915.
She is widely regarded today as an icon of courage and compassion.
This clip is from the series WW1 A to Z.
Contains potentially upsetting content; teacher review is recommended before use in class.
Teacher Notes
Pupils could discover more about the life of Edith Cavell from books and websites.
Based on their research, pupils could improvise scenes that show how Edith came to be in the prison cell we see in her onscreen monologue.
This short film is suitable for teaching history at Key Stage 2 / Second Level or above.
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