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Gold medal issued by the Societe Francaise de Secours aux Blesses des Armees de Terre et
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Gold medal issued by the Societe Francaise de Secours aux Blesses des Armees de Terre et
5928980 Gold medal issued by the SocieteFranAzaise de Secours aux BlessA©s des Armees de Terre et de Mer, presented to Florence Nightingale in 1867 (Gold Medal, France) by French School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Gold medal issued by the SocieteFranAzaise de Secours aux BlessA©s des Armees de Terre et de Mer, presented to Florence Nightingale in 1867.
Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) was famous for her work at the Military Hospital at Scutari in Turkey during the Crimean War (1854-1856). The Lady-in-Chief, as Florence was called, improved medical and sanitary arrangements, set up food kitchens, washed linen and clothes, wrote home on behalf of the soldiers and introduced reading rooms. Before Nightingale, nursing was not considered a respectable profession. With the exception of nuns, the women who worked as nurses were often ill trained and poorly disciplined.
Florence was determined to encourage educated, respectable women into nursing. Her work in the Crimea set the standards for modern nursing and helped transform its public image. She became something of a legend in her own lifetime, but was publicity-shy and appalled at the adulation she received.); eNational Army Museum; French, out of copyright
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This print showcases a gold medal issued by the Societe Francaise de Secours aux Blesses des Armees de Terre et de Mer, presented to Florence Nightingale in 1867. The medal, now housed at the National Army Museum in London, symbolizes Nightingale's remarkable contributions to nursing and healthcare during her time at the Military Hospital in Scutari, Turkey. Florence Nightingale (1820-1910), fondly known as the Lady-in-Chief, revolutionized nursing practices and transformed its public perception. Prior to her efforts, nursing was not regarded as a respectable profession. With determination and vision, she improved medical facilities and sanitation arrangements while setting up food kitchens and introducing reading rooms for soldiers. Nightingale's work during the Crimean War set new standards for modern nursing. Her dedication inspired educated women to join this noble profession that had previously been dominated by ill-trained individuals lacking discipline. Despite becoming somewhat of a legend in her lifetime, Nightingale shied away from publicity and was taken aback by the adulation she received. This photograph captures not only an exquisite piece of history but also pays homage to Florence Nightingale's unwavering commitment towards transforming healthcare practices. It serves as a reminder of her enduring legacy that continues to shape modern-day nursing principles worldwide.
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