When reflecting on the war, people tend to think about all the dead and wounded. Most don't ask how soldiers are treated. Nurses and hospitals play a huge role in warfare. Soldiers must be properly cared for. One woman has greatly influenced nursing. Florence Nightingale achieved her purpose in life by becoming a nurse during the Crimean War. Florence Nightingale's family had a huge impact on her career. Born on May 12, 1820, Florence was born into a wealthy family who named her after her Italian birthplace (Iggulden 236). Frances Nightingale, Florence's mother, was a very sociable woman (biography.com). He taught Florence social graces, including how to properly care for the house ("Florence Nightingale"). This was absolutely necessary because Florence was socially awkward. He was not comfortable being the center of attention, but he tried hard to please his mother, which was his main goal. Florence's father, William Shore Nightingale, was a landowner with many properties (biography.com). In Hampshire he taught Florence and his sister Partenope. The subjects he taught included the following: Latin, Greek, French, Italian, German, history, and philosophy (Iggulden 236). As a result, Nightingale's family influences her occupation. Through the experiences, Nightingale was able to begin preparing for her career. When Florence was 17, she refused to marry Richard Monckton. “Nightingale explained why she rejected him, saying that while he stimulated her intellectually and romantically, her moral…active nature…requires satisfaction, and that she would not find in this life” (biography.com) . Furthermore, he rejected it to concentrate on his studies ("Florence Nightingale"). In 1836 Florence visited the London Society. T...... middle of paper...... help (Iggulden 238-240). Florence Nightingale spent her entire career fulfilling God's plan for her. In conclusion, Florence Nightingale had a huge impact on nursing. She was able to change the way she helped the wounded. Nightingale showed how important hospitals are in war. Thanks to her, soldiers now receive proper care. She will always be remembered as the “Lady with the Lamp” for the impact she had on the soldiers. She fulfilled God's plan for her by helping in the war. Works Cited Bloy, Marjie. “Florentine nightingale”. Victorian Web. 3 January 2012. Web. 23 February 2014. “Florence Nightingale”. Biography.com. A+E Television Network, LLC, 2013. Web. February 23, 2014. "Florence Nightingale." The World Book Encyclopedia. Volume 14. 1990. Print.Iggulden, Conn and David Iggulden. The dangerous book of heroes. New York: HarperCollins Publishing, 2010. Print.