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Remembering the big heart of Florence Nightigale, the Lady of the Lamp, who was born on 12 May 1820, who from the tortures of war and from her heroic dedication to nursing drew determination to create the health care service worthy of a civilised world
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Villa Colombaia, Via Imprunetana per Tavarnuzze, Bagnolo, Florence, Italy

This plaque marks the birthplace of Florence Nightingale.