143rd. Evacuation Hospital

• World War II Service: The 143rd Evacuation Hospital was activated during World War II and played a key role in providing medical care to wounded soldiers in the European Theater of Operations. • D-Day Contributions: The unit landed in Normandy shortly after D-Day, setting up operations close to the front lines to treat casualties from the intense fighting. • Mobile Medical Unit: As an evacuation hospital, the 143rd was designed to be mobile, moving forward with advancing troops to provide timely medical treatment. • High Volume of Patients: During the height of the Normandy campaign, the hospital treated hundreds of patients daily, often under dangerous and difficult conditions. • Women’s Army Corps: Many nurses from the Army Nurse Corps served with the 143rd, providing critical care and support to the wounded. • Battle of the Bulge: The 143rd Evacuation Hospital was present during the Battle of the Bulge, caring for casualties during one of the war's fiercest battles in the winter of 1944-45. • Innovative Treatments: The medical staff at the 143rd used the latest techniques of the time, including penicillin and blood transfusions, to save lives. • German Prisoners Treated: The hospital also treated wounded German prisoners of war, following the Geneva Conventions and demonstrating medical neutrality. • Post-War Legacy: After the war, members of the 143rd Evacuation Hospital continued to reunite and preserve their history through veteran associations and memoirs. • Recognition and Commendations: The unit received several commendations for its service and dedication under fire, reflecting the bravery and commitment of its personnel.