17. The Lady with the Lamp: Discussing Florence Nightingale with Mrs Yvonne Stone MBE

On this episode, Mark welcomes Mrs Yvonne Stone MBE to the syndicate to discuss Florence Nightingale. With connections to the Bracebridges, a local North Warwickshire family in Atherstone, Florence was encouraged to pursue her passion for the care of others. With their support and that of other officials, she took over the control of a makeshift hospital in Scutari for Allied soldiers during the Crimean War (1853-1856), turning it around with new methods of hygiene and care resulting in saving lives. Known as the 'Lady with the Lamp', she certainly achieved much in the face of poor odds during this period, but Yvonne also highlights the other social reforms and the reach of Florence's influences, which very convincingly advocates her deserved place amongst the greatest of British citizens ever.

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