Dorothy A. Robinson Mann papers

Collection

Identifier: 2010-008

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection contains photographs taken in the United States and Europe during Mann’s service in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps, which provide insight into the life and training of a nurse at that time. The collection also contains a selection of Mann’s Army records, including a detailed inventory of clothing and equipment issued to her, as well as documentation of her service, illness, and eventual retirement. Drafts of Mann’s undergraduate paper: "Cambarincola Gracilis Sp. Nov., A Branchiobellid Oligochaete Commensal on Western Crayfishes", are included along with her notes and figure drawings.

Dates

Creation: 1923-1986
Creation: Majority of material found within 1940-1971

Creator

Mann, Dorothy (Dorothy A. Robinson) (Creator, Person)

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.

Conditions Governing Use

OHSU Historical Collections & Archives (HC&A) is the owner of the original materials and digitized images in our collections, however, the collection may contain materials for which copyright is not held. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials. Consult with HC&A to determine if we can provide permission for use.

Biographical Note

Dorothy Robinson Mann graduated from the University of Oregon Medical School Department of Nursing in June of 1942. She went on to serve in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps, where she worked in the 46th General Hospital. She was hospitalized with tuberculosis in late 1944 and retired from the Nurse Corps in 1945. In 1953, Mann graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Lewis & Clark College. She passed away on August 21, 2011.

Extent

0.84 Linear Feet (2 document boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Dorothy Robinson Mann graduated from University of Oregon Medical School Department of Nursing in 1942 and served in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps until 1945. This collection contains photographs taken during Mann’s service which provide insight into the life and training of a nurse at that time, as well as a selection of Army records and additional papers.