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84. A Tale of Two Nurses: Seacole & Nightingale

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Nurses of the Crimean War: Heroes and Challenges

This chapter explores Florence Nightingale's efforts to transform a makeshift hospital in Scutari during the Crimean War, highlighting the struggles faced by nurses and their contrasting management styles. It also examines the notable contributions of Mary Seacole and the racial dynamics that influenced their recognition. The narrative reflects on the harsh realities of wartime nursing and the complex motivations behind humanitarian efforts.

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