Italian-born British nurse (1820-1910), popularly known as the 'Lady with a Lamp,' who first came to prominence for her care of troops during the Crimean War. She pioneered modern nursing and hospital practice, and her prowess as a mathematician led her to develop a number of important innovations in the field of statistics. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 9, December 21, 1856. Letter to Miss Erskine, in part: "I have no time, after receiving your kind letter, in doing the only thing remaining which appeared likely to be of any use, viz. writing to Sir James Clark, who promised to go to Sir John Liddell last Thursday, & I sincerely trust that Dr. Dalby may at last receive what he so truly deserves." In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Nightingale's hand. An interesting letter connecting notable figures in the world of 19th century British medicine—Sir James Clark served as Physician-in-Ordinary to Queen Victoria from 1837 to 1860, and Sir John Liddell was senior medical officer of the Royal Hospital at Greenwich. Liddell was introduced to Nightingale during the Crimean War, and was subsequently in occasional contact with her regarding hospital design.
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