Assignment 7- Taylore

On October 6, 1954, while not the most interesting,E.L. Lyon became the first male nurse for the U.S. Army. I believe that this event was a good one. Anyone who serves our country in any way should be highly revered for their service, bravery, and commitment. E.L. Lyon influenced the world by offering a new perspective to the "gender role" of a woman fulfilling the role of the nurse. He pushed aside all of the doubts and negative feedback from the people, and pursued a position that had previously not been acquired by a man. This impacted our nation in that more men became involved with the army, and it set a precedent for other gender-role confusions in careers. While it may not have a direct influence on my existence, it helps me to realize that you can do anything you set your mind to, and you shouldn't let societal boundaries and stereotypes hold you back; be the unique individual that you are. I absolutely appreciate this event, I think that people can get a lot out of knowing this fact in history and learning to appreciate it.