While the actual quarrel was a bit of a storm in a teacup, and could have been avoided with a bit of initial goodwill & tact on both sides, the consequences do illustrate the determination of the Napoleonic State not to allow any dilution of control even over hospital nurses.

1812 "On 3 April, Bigot de Préameneu lost his patience and sent a new order to the prefects: “The insubordinate sisters represent an organized opposition which is very dangerous. The Emperor sees their resistance as a deplorable opposition to his government.” An express order was given to expel the dissident sisters within twenty-four hours."

Susan