Lenah Higbee date of birth:

May 18, 1874

How old was Lenah Higbee when died?

66

Where was Lenah Higbee born?

Chatham, Dominion of Canada

When did Lenah Higbee die?

January 10, 1941

What is Lenah Higbee nationality?

American

What is Lenah Higbee's occupation?

Military man

Short Biography

Lenah H. Sutcliffe Higbee (May 18, 1874 – January 10, 1941) was a pioneering Canadian-born United States Navy chief nurse, who served as Superintendent of the U.S. Navy Nurse Corps during World War I. She is best known for being the first female recipient of the Navy Cross.