The story of one destiny. Life of Florence Nightingale

Abstract

In a small rural cemetery not far from London, there is a modest grave, on which only the years of the life of the deceased — 1820–1910 — are inscribed, and the name is indicated — Florence Nightingale. Having received worldwide recognition even during her earthly existence, this heroic woman asked not to arrange a pompous funeral and not to make a cult from the place of her burial. A pioneer in organizing the nursing service, this aristocrat by birth walked through life with pride and dignity, fully devoting herself to the difficult task of providing medical care to all who needed it.