The memoir details Lou Eisenbrandt's journey from nursing school to serving as an emergency room nurse in a field hospital in Chu Lai, Vietnam, during the tumultuous year of 1969. It explores her decision to join the US Army amidst the Vietnam War and the challenges she faced in a war zone. After her year of service, she transitioned to civilian life, marrying and raising a family, while reflecting on her impactful experiences as a nurse in a conflict environment.
