Ruby Bradley was captured and interned as a POW on December 28, 1941.
On December 28, 1941, Ruby Bradley was captured by the Japanese Army and interned at Santo Tomas Internment Camp in Manila. Her capture came three weeks after the infamous Pearl Harbor attack and marked the beginning of over three years of imprisonment. Despite the arduous conditions and the constant threats to her life, Bradley's commitment to caring for fellow prisoners never wavered.
During her internment, she managed to provide medical care under dire circumstances, often at great personal risk. Her resilience and dedication during this period became legendary, reflecting her indomitable spirit and influencing military and nursing practices for decades. Her story is a testament to courage under fire and the enduring impact of service before self.