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看護教育25周年 << 1971年(昭和46年) 12月24日 >> 8-4-94

25th Anniv. of Nurses Training Issued on Dec. 24, 1971 (Showa46)

25th Anniv. of Nurses Training Issued on Dec.24, 1971 (Showa46) Nursing education in Okinawa started in 1946 (Showa 21). In April of the same year, the Nursing School attached to Ginoza Hospital, the Nursing School attached to Nago Hospital, and the Nursing School attached to Okinawa Central Hospital opened, and nursing education began. Stamps are issued to commemorate the 25th anniversary of nursing education in Okinawa, and candles are designed for nursing students.
Reference: Eiko Kate, "Transition of Nurse School Training Centers in Okinawa Prefecture"