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An 1856
lithograph
of the
Selimiye Barracks
, located in
Istanbul
, Turkey, being used as a hospital during the
Crimean War
.
Florence Nightingale
's experiences here during this time helped her develop the foundations of modern nursing. As such, the barracks now contain a museum dedicated to her and her staff.
Lithograph:
William Simpson
; restoration:
Adam Cuerden
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