Dedicated to Care: LTC Hortense McKay

An intimate and compelling documentary that delves into the extraordinary life of Brainerd hero, Lieutenant Colonel Hortense McKay, a dedicated nurse whose courage and commitment shaped her legacy and paved the way for women in the military. Through the heartfelt narratives of her niece, Patricia McKay Broback, and Hillary Swanson, the Executive Director of the Crow Wing County Historical Society, viewers are invited to explore the many facets of Hortense’s life, from her inspired beginnings to her remarkable service in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps during World War II. The story concludes with the honoring of her extraordinary contributions at her Congressional Gold Medal ceremony on March 25th, 2023, in Brainerd, MN.