Contains one letter written by Florence Nightingale and a letter of appraisal.

Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) was a British nurse, statistician, and social reformer. She's recognized as the mother of modern nursing philosophy. Furthermore, she managed nursing of British and allied forces during Crimean War at Scutari; established the Nightingale School of Nursing in London, 1860; created training for midwives and nurses in workhouses; and was awarded Order of Merit, 1907.

0.25 linear ft. (1 box).

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