The cap device was worn directly at the front or left front of the Cadet Nurses' beret.

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Cadet Nurses wore the cap device of the U.S. Public Health Service (PHS). The shield and eagle of the cap device represented the United States of America. The fouled anchor symbolized U.S. seamen in distress, for whose care the Marine Hospitals were established by Congress in 1789. (The Marine Hospital Service was the predecessor of the Public Health Service.)  A winged caduceus (caduceus = the staff of Mercury with snakes entwined) was the ancient symbol for physicians. Together anchor and caduceus promised healing to those in the service of their country.

The fouled anchor and winged caduceus were the official symbols of the U.S. Public Health Service. Cadet Nurses wore this corps device on their lapel insignia and on the silver-coated buttons of their outdoor uniform. . . Lapel Insignia . The lapel insignia were worn with the winged caduceus vertical and the anchor ring 3/4 of an inch from the point of the suit’s reefer lapel. Additionally, the lapel insignia were worn on the collar of the indoor uniform.  .......... Button .

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The sleeve patch of the Cadet Nurse Corps displayed the eight-pointed Maltese cross. The Maltese cross was the earliest symbol of nursing. It dated back to the time of the First Crusade where it was used by the Knights Hospitalers of St. John.  The sleeve patch with gray background was worn on the winter outdoor uniform.  The sleeve patch with white background was worn on the summer outdoor uniform and on the indoor duty uniform. It was sewn three inches below the shoulder seam.

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Maltese Cross . top: Senior Cadet lower: Junior Cadet

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Small silver Maltese crosses were used as rank insignia.  One Maltese cross pinned to the center of the red epaulets indicated a Junior Cadet Nurse. Two Maltese Crosses pinned toward the ends of the epaulets 3/4 of an inch from the shoulder seams indicated a Senior Cadet Nurse.  Three crosses, the third one pinned to the center of the epaulets, indicated a Graduate Cadet Nurse.  No Maltese crosses were worn by Cadet Nurses during their pre-cadet training stage.

A high school pledge program tried to bind high school seniors and juniors at the corps. The interested girls had to fill out a questionaire and could apply to pledge the corps. In case they were accepted, they were given a silver pledge pin.

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CNC Pledge Pin

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The introduction of the outdoor dress uniform of the Cadet Nurse Corps was effectively used as part of the recruitment campaign. Leading fashion designers had been asked to develop a most attractive uniform for the new Corps. In a fashion show, held at the Waldorf-Astoria in August 1943, the various renditions were presented by fashion models. A jury of New York fashion editors finally chose the coat and suit design originated by Molly Paris and the beret designed by Sally Victor. The use of gray as color for the uniforms should symbolize "mercy, serenity and understanding" while the contrasting color red used for the epaulets should indicate "strength, courage and inspiration"
The winter and summer dress uniform as well as several accessories were issued without additional charges to Cadet Nurses. The wear of the dress uniform was optional with students except on special occasions, which were designated by the School of Nursing. The optional wear of the uniform was an important concession. Although most of the women liked the smart-looking uniform, they appreciated dressing up in fashionable civilian clothes during their off-duty time occasionally (especially when they had a date). 

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Gray Winter Suit The Cadet Nurse's winter suit consisted of a single-breasted gray wool jacket with matching gored skirt. The jacket had rounded collar lapels, two side pockets with buttoned flaps and was closed with four silver-coated buttons bearing the official symbol of the U.S. Public Health Service. The epaulets were colored in contrasting regimental red. The sleeve insignia was worn on the left sleeve.  A white crepe shirt with Peter-Pan-collar was worn underneath. A gray Montgomery style beret with the cap device of the U.S. Public Health Service was the prescribed headgear. As footwear plain black leather shoes, with low or medium closed heels and closed toes could be worn. The hose had to be beige. Black gloves and a gray purse with the strap worn over the left shoulder were optional. Some wartime photographs show the winter suit also worn with white gloves.

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As footwear plain black or white shoes, with low or medium closed heels and closed toes could be used. Beige Hose, the gray or white Cadet Nurses' handbag and short plain white fabric gloves completed the outfit. . Summer suit worn with the gray Montgomery beret.

Raincoat . The raincoat was made of gray water-repellent paratroop-type satin twill. It had an officer-type collar, large pockets and a wide belt. The front was closed with silver-coated buttons that bore the official device of the U.S. Public Health Service.

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On duty, Cadet Nurses wore the student uniform and cap of the hospital in which they had begun their nursing career. The Cadet Nurse's lapel pins and sleeve patches worn on these ward uniforms indicated their status as Cadet Nurses.

Montgomery Beret  (Interior View)

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Top view . Cadet Nurse Corps Tag

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The gray felt hat that could be worn with the summer uniform had a wide brim and was equipped with a red band. The U.S. Public Health Service insignia was pinned in the center of the front.

Typical Student Nurse's Hospital Cap  by Kay's Cap Co., New York		Stamp on Cap

The Cadet Nurses' gray handbag with shoulder strap was made of wool. It had rounded lines and compartment on the front of the bag. The handbag was closed with a zipper that had a self-material pull strap. A coin purse was attached inside. .

A white handbag could be worn with the summer uniform. The interior was removable to facilitate the cleaning. .