Estelle Johnson

Estelle Johnson (February 2, 1841 – December 25, 1910) was a Union nurse during the American Civil War. She and her sister, Lydia Wood, enlisted when their husbands joined the service. The two women and their husbands served in the 4th Vermont Volunteers; Johnson and Wood enlisted on September 20, 1861. After long travels, the regiment finally set up camp at Camp Griffin.

Civil War service Upon arrival at camp, Johnson helped set up a hospital in an abandoned house as soon as possible. Johnson was immediately exposed to the harsh camp life; at first the hospital was so low on supplies they did not even have cots. Another noteworthy experience for Johnson were her trips to Washington, D.C. where she met Dorothea Dix.

Johnson's husband was discharged upon injury, but Johnson continued her service for a few months after his departure. She left the service on March 23, 1862, after six months of service.