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Florence Nightingale in Egypt and Greece: Her Diary and

This book presents the diary entries of Florence Nightingale, focusing on her time in Egypt and Greece, where she served during the Crimean War. It offers insights into her daily life, medical practices, and reflections on the conditions of the soldiers under her care. more

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Florence Nightingale
Florence Nightingale

Florence Nightingale, a British nurse and statistician, is hailed as the founder of modern nursing. She was born on May 12, 1820, and died on August 13, 1910. Nightingale gained fame for her nursing work during the Crimean War, where she improved the conditions of military hospitals. more

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