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Florence Nightingale's carriage
The nursing carriage that accompanied Miss Florence Nightingale through the Crimean War. Born in Italy in 1820, she moved to England with her wealthy family and was educated at home by her father. Although it was not deemed suitable for ladies of Florence's social standing to become nurses, she believed that it was God's chosen path for her. She trained in Kaiserswerth, near Dusseldorf and then returned to England to take a post at a Harley Street surgery. Florence Nightingale was sent along with 38 nurses to the Barrack Hospital in Scutari to assist with medical support. As she cared for the troops she gained much repect, she writing letters home on the soldiers behalf and fighting to improve the sanitary conditions of the field hospitals. When Florence returned from the Crimea she received a hero's welcome. She published two books about her opinions on hospital reforms and campaigned for better quality nursing training until her death in August 1910
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This print captures the essence of Florence Nightingale's dedication and compassion during the Crimean War. The nursing carriage, which accompanied Miss Nightingale through the battlefield, symbolizes her tireless efforts to care for wounded soldiers and improve medical support in field hospitals.
Born into a wealthy family in Italy, Florence defied societal norms by pursuing a career in nursing. Despite facing opposition due to her social standing, she believed it was her calling from God. After training in Germany, she returned to England and was eventually sent to Scutari with 38 nurses to assist at Barrack Hospital.
During her time in Crimea, Florence gained immense respect for her dedication to improving sanitary conditions and advocating for better healthcare practices. She wrote letters on behalf of soldiers back home and fought tirelessly for hospital reforms upon her return.
By 1898, Florence Nightingale had become a renowned figure in the field of nursing, publishing books on hospital reforms and campaigning for improved training standards until her passing in 1910. This print serves as a reminder of Florence's unwavering commitment to caring for others and revolutionizing the healthcare industry.
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