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  1. Florence Nightingale - Wikipedia

    Florence Nightingale (/ ˈnaɪtɪŋɡeɪl /; 12 May 1820 – 13 August 1910) was an English social reformer, statistician and the founder of modern nursing. Nightingale came to prominence while serving as a …

  2. Florence Nightingale | Biography & Facts | Britannica

    Nov 7, 2025 · Florence Nightingale (born May 12, 1820, Florence [Italy]—died August 13, 1910, London, England) was a British nurse, statistician, and social reformer who was the foundational philosopher …

  3. Florence Nightingale - National Women's History Museum

    Often called “the Lady with the Lamp,” Florence Nightingale was a caring nurse and a leader. In addition to writing over 150 books, pamphlets and reports on health-related issues, she is also credited with …

  4. Florence Nightingale (1820-1910): The Founder of Modern Nursing

    Florence Nightingale, a pioneering figure in the field of nursing during the 19th century, revolutionized medical practices through her innovative approaches to healthcare and dedication to improving …

  5. Florence Nightingale: The Founder of Modern Nursing

    Feb 2, 2025 · As a reformer, educator, and advocate for public health, Nightingale revolutionized how hospitals operated and how patients were treated. Her legacy, embedded in both nursing education …

  6. Florence Nightingale - Nurse, Age, Wife and Children - Biography

    Feb 7, 2025 · Florence Nightingale was a pioneering nurse born on May 12, 1820, in Florence, Italy. She is best known for her work during the Crimean War, where she led a team of nurses to improve …

  7. About Florence Nightingale

    Famous for being the ‘Lady with the Lamp’ who organised the nursing of sick and wounded soldiers during the Crimean War, Florence Nightingale’s far-sighted ideas and reforms have influenced the …

  8. Florence Nightingale: The Lady with the Lamp - National Army Museum

    Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) was a legend in her own lifetime and one of the most famous women in British history. Her work in the Crimea set the standards for modern nursing.

  9. The Life of Florence Nightingale | Libraries

    After graduation, many of the students staffed British hospitals, and others spread the Nightingale education system to other countries. Through her work and her school, Florence Nightingale is …

  10. Florence Nightingale - King's College London

    Florence Nightingale (1820–1910) founded the world’s first professional school of nursing at St Thomas’ Hospital, the precursor to King’s Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care. …