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Works of Mercy: Therapia Hospital, January 1 1855, engraving J. A. Vinter, pub
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Works of Mercy: Therapia Hospital, January 1 1855, engraving J. A. Vinter, pub
FNM325762 Works of Mercy: Therapia Hospital, January 1 1855, engraving J.A. Vinter, pub. Rudolph Ackermann, 19 February 1855 (colour litho) by Barraud, Henry (1811-74) (after); Florence Nightingale Museum, London, UK; eFlornece Nightingale Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23206468
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Aiding Care Caring Crimea Crimean War Helping Medical Scene Military Hospital Nurse Nurses Nursing Surgery Tending The Sick Ward Wounded Soldiers Injuries Tarabya Wound Wounded
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This print titled "Works of Mercy: Therapia Hospital, January 1 1855" takes us back in time to the Crimean War era. The engraving by J. A. Vinter, published by Rudolph Ackermann on February 19,1855, beautifully captures a scene of compassion and dedication within the walls of Therapia Hospital. In this bustling interior setting, we witness a group of female nurses diligently caring for wounded soldiers. The atmosphere is one of both urgency and tenderness as these brave women provide medical aid and comfort to those in need. Straw beds line the ward, serving as makeshift resting places for the injured. Amidst this chaotic yet organized environment, we see a nurse writing home - perhaps sharing stories from the frontlines or seeking solace in correspondence with loved ones far away. Meanwhile, another nurse can be seen offering refreshments to a soldier who appears weary but grateful for her care. The image not only highlights the vital role played by these dedicated nurses but also provides insight into Victorian-era healthcare practices and conditions during wartime. It serves as a powerful reminder of Florence Nightingale's pioneering efforts in revolutionizing nursing care and establishing standards that continue to shape modern healthcare today. Displayed at the Florence Nightingale Museum in London, UK, this historic engraving immortalizes an important chapter in medical history while honoring those who selflessly tended to the sick and injured during times of war.
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