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.