May 17

Clara Ayres was born in 1880 in Kentucky and trained as a registered nurse before answering the call to serve in World War I. In early 1917, she joined the United States Army Nurse Corps and was stationed at Camp Greene in North Carolina. During a field training demonstration, Ayres was seriously injured and succumbed to her wounds on May 17, 1917. She became one of the first American military nurses to die from injuries sustained in service. Ayres’s dedication highlighted the vital role of nurses in caring for wounded soldiers during wartime. She was honored posthumously by her fellow nurses and the U.S. Army for her courage and sacrifice. Her legacy endures as a symbol of commitment among military medical professionals.

Jung Seung-hye was born in 1965 and built a career as a respected journalist and television producer in South Korea. She worked for prominent news outlets, creating investigative reports and documentaries that shed light on social issues and political developments. Her dedication to journalistic integrity and storytelling earned her recognition among peers and viewers alike. Jung collaborated with production teams to innovate news delivery formats and mentored young journalists. She continued to influence South Korean media until her passing in 2009. Her contributions to the field remain remembered for their depth and authenticity.