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5 days ago · Florence Nightingale was born in Florence, Italy, on May 12, 1820, to William and Frances Nightingale, a wealthy British couple. The Nightingales raised their two daughters, Florence and her sister Parthenope, on two estates in England. William homeschooled the girls, giving them the equivalent of his own Cambridge University education.
3 days ago · For those interested in learning more about Nightingale‘s life and work, a visit to the Florence Nightingale Museum in Istanbul is a must. Located on the grounds of the Selimiye Barracks, the museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of this remarkable woman and the pivotal role she played in shaping modern nursing and healthcare.
1 day ago · Florence Nightingale is known as the legendary "Lady with the Lamp," who left a life of privilege to take an "undesirable" job caring for wounded soldiers during the Crimean War, but her story is deeper — and more complex — than that.
3 days ago · Florence Nightingale by Henry Hering, 1850s. (National Portrait Gallery, London.) “No more childish things… No more marriage,” Florence Nightingale (May 12, 1820–August 13, 1910) resolved in her diary on her thirtieth birthday.
3 days ago · In episode 90 of the 5 Minute Biographies, we delve into the extraordinary life of Florence Nightingale. This video goes beyond the battlefield bandages. We...
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2 days ago · Rooted in the legacy of Florence Nightingale, the pioneer of modern nursing, the Nightingale Award continues to champion the core values of nursing—advocacy, innovation, and leadership. The Colorado Nurses Foundation, through this award, underscores its commitment to fostering nursing excellence and promoting leadership roles in nursing to ...
1 day ago · 10. Florence Nightingale Museum. Another not to be missed place to visit in London, England is the Florence Nightingale Museum which commemorates the life and contributions of Florence Nightingale, renowned as the pioneer of modern nursing.
