Florence Nightengale

Florence Nightingale is remembered throughout the world for her heroic, almost superhuman labors in the field of nursing. Florence Nightingale was born in Italy in 1820 and was named Florence after her birthplace. A brilliant child, Florence attained outstanding academic achievement in her years attending school. Florence grew up to be a lively and attractive young woman, admired in her families elite social circle and was expected to make a good marriage, but Florence had other …

…a miracle brought to life. She once said When I am no longer even a memory, just a name, I hope my voice may perpetuate the great work of my life. Honestly, Florence Nightingale was just a name to me before I wrote this speech. But as I sat in Mrs. Mross’ class, wondering whom I should write my speech on, I turned around and there she was a heroic woman, Florence Nightingale. Bibliography Encarta 99