Nightingale Collection (page 2)

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0879
United States Air Force (USAF) - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0879 (MSN 47537), at Greenham Common for the international Air Tattoo on 29 June 1981. Date: 1981

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 68-8935
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 68-8935 (msn 47300), on display at the Paris Air Show on Le Bourget Airport in June 1969. Date: 1969

Lea Hurst, home of Florence Nightingale
Born in Italy in 1820, she moved to England with her wealthy family and was educated at home by her father. Although it was not deemed suitable for ladies of Florence's social standing to become

Florence Nightingale's carriage
The nursing carriage that accompanied Miss Florence Nightingale through the Crimean War. Born in Italy in 1820, she moved to England with her wealthy family and was educated at home by her father

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McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 68-8935
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 68-8935 (msn 47300). Date: circa 1990

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 68-10958
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 68-10958 (msn 47366, DC-9-32CF), of the 375th Aeromedical Airlift Wing, at Edwards Air Force Base. Date: circa 2000

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 67-22585
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 67-22585 (msn 47295 / 340, DC-9-30) Date: circa 1991

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 67-33584
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 67-33584 (msn 47242 / 304, DC-9-30) Date: circa 1991

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 67-22584
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 67-22584 (msn 47242 / 304, DC-9-30) Date: circa 1991

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0882
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0882 (msn 47541 - line Number 669) Date: circa 1990

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 68-10880
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0880 (msn 47538 - 665, DC-9-32CF), at RAF Mildenhall. Date: circa 1996

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 68-10879
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0879 (msn 47537 - 662, DC-9-32CF), at RAF Mildenhall on 23 May 1991. Date: 1991

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 68-10878
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0878 (msn 47536 - 659, DC-9-32CF), at RAF Mildenhall on 23 May 1991. Date: 1991

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0880
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0880 (MSN 47538 - 665), at RAF Mildenhall in the snow. Date: circa 2000

United States Air Force - Boeing NKC-135E Stratotanker 55-3135 (MSN 17251), an instrumented tanker during refuelling trials with an F-16, at Edwards Air Force Base on 3 April 2018

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0878
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0876 (MSN 47536, line number 659). Date: circa 2000

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0876
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0876 (MSN 47475). Date: circa 2000

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0881
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0881 (MSN 47540/668), on approach to RAF Mildenhall, February 1998. Date: 1998

McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0879
United States Air Force - McDonnell Douglas C-9A Nightingale 71-0879 (MSN 47537), on approach to RAF Mildenhall in November 1998. Date: 1998

The Lady with the Lamp: Florence Nightingale in the hospital at the Scutari Barracks, Turkey, during the Crimean War
3062058 The Lady with the Lamp: Florence Nightingale in the hospital at the Scutari Barracks, Turkey, during the Crimean War

Chushingura, Yuranosuke in retirement (woodblock print, ink and color on paper)
425479 Chushingura, Yuranosuke in retirement (woodblock print, ink and color on paper) by Kobayashi Kiyochika (1847-1915); Arthur M

Two owls and a sparrow. 1811 (etching)
7235875 Two owls and a sparrow. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A sparrow talks to a long-eared owl and a barn owl perched on a branch in a stone archway)

An eagle presides over a court of birds in a tree. 1811 (etching)
7235862 An eagle presides over a court of birds in a tree. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: An eagle presides over a court of birds in a tree.A magpie, owl, vulture)

An eagle swoops down to grab a hare with its talons. 1811 (etching)
7235846 An eagle swoops down to grab a hare with its talons. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: An eagle swoops down to grab a hare with its beak and talons)

Sparrows on a Snowy Berry Bush, by Japanese artist Ohara Koson
7261206 Sparrows on a Snowy Berry Bush, by Japanese artist Ohara Koson by Koson, Ohara (1877-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sparrows on a Snowy Berry Bush, by Japanese artist Ohara Koson)

The Jay and the Nightingale (colour litho)
7193486 The Jay and the Nightingale (colour litho) by Rountree, Harry (Herbert R.) (1878-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Jay and the Nightingale)

La Fontaines Fables - Kite and the Nightingale
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. The Kite and the Nightingale

La Fontaines Fables - Philomel and Progne
Vintage engraving from La Fontaines Fables, Illustraed by Gustave Dore. Philomel and Progne

Nightingales singing (colour litho)
7150576 Nightingales singing (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nightingales singing. Illustration for El Desnudo en el Arte (M Uson, 1906)

Thrush (engraving)
7162862 Thrush (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thrush. Illustration for The Handy Natural History by J G Wood (Religious Tract Society)

Tobit blinded by sparrows droppings (engraving)
7172413 Tobit blinded by sparrows droppings (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tobit blinded by sparrows droppings (Tobit 2)

"Hark, hark! The lark at heavens gate sings, and Phoebus "gins arise"frontispiece from "Reveillez
7214646 " Hark, hark! The lark at heavens gate sings, and Phoebus " gins arise" frontispiece from " Reveillez in The Songs and Sonnets of William Shakespeare, 1915 by Robinson

Feeding the pigs on a farm in winter (colour litho)
7185933 Feeding the pigs on a farm in winter (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Feeding the pigs on a farm in winter)

Chasse a la grive avec l arbalete (engraving)
7198028 Chasse a la grive avec l arbalete (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chasse a la grive avec l arbalete)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Grive; Thrush; Drossel (engraving)
7196214 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Grive; Thrush; Drossel (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grive; Thrush; Drossel)

L alouette (engraving)
7199922 L alouette (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L alouette. Illustration for La Chasse Illustree (Firmin Didot, 1870-71).); © Look and Learn

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Rossignol; Nightingale; Nachtigall (engraving)
7197423 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Rossignol; Nightingale; Nachtigall (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rossignol; Nightingale; Nachtigall)

Robins Own Carol (engraving)
7188283 Robins Own Carol (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robins Own Carol. Illustration for Home Words (1888).); © Look and Learn

La chasse aux grives (engraving)
7194464 La chasse aux grives (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La chasse aux grives)

Girl chasing off a crow to save a sparrow (colour litho)
7157233 Girl chasing off a crow to save a sparrow (colour litho) by Muhlig, Bernhard (1829-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl chasing off a crow to save a sparrow)

November (chromolitho)
7149232 November (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: November. Illustration from a devotional calendar (Ernest Nister, London, and E P Dutton, New York)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Grive rouge; Redwing; Rothdrossel (engraving)
7196215 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Grive rouge; Redwing; Rothdrossel (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grive rouge; Redwing; Rothdrossel)

Certificate promising to protect nature issued to a pupil of St Peters School, Oldham, 1918 (chromolitho)
7148809 Certificate promising to protect nature issued to a pupil of St Peters School, Oldham, 1918 (chromolitho) by English School

The Fables of Aesop: The Lark and her Young Ones (litho)
7155714 The Fables of Aesop: The Lark and her Young Ones (litho) by Stephens, Henry Louis (1824-82); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lark and her Young Ones)

The sparrow in the hall of King Edwin of Northumbria (litho)
7184974 The sparrow in the hall of King Edwin of Northumbria (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The sparrow in the hall of King Edwin of Northumbria)

Scene in a market (colour litho)
7157237 Scene in a market (colour litho) by Muhlig, Bernhard (1829-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene in a market. Illustration from Herzblattchens Zeitvertreib)

Chasse de nuit aux alouettes (engraving)
7198024 Chasse de nuit aux alouettes (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chasse de nuit aux alouettes)

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"The Nightingale: A Symbol of Compassion and Beauty" The nightingale, a small bird renowned for its enchanting song, has captured the imaginations of poets, artists, and storytellers throughout history. Its melodic voice has been compared to the soothing presence of Florence Nightingale herself, known as "The Lady With The Lamp, " who brought comfort and healing to countless wounded soldiers during the Crimean War. Just like the robin redbreast brings joy with its cheerful chirping in springtime, the nightingale's melodious tunes have inspired many tales and legends. One such story is Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale "The Emperor of China with the Nightingale, " beautifully illustrated by Arthur Szyk. This timeless tale reminds us that true beauty lies not in material possessions but in genuine connections. In Greek mythology, Juno was captivated by the peacock's majestic display just as we are captivated by Florence Nightingale's unwavering dedication to hospital reform. Her tireless efforts revolutionized nursing practices and saved countless lives during her time. A monument dedicated to Florence Nightingale stands tall as a tribute to her legacy. It serves as a reminder that one person can make an immense difference through their compassion and determination. Just like how nightingales coexist peacefully with owls despite their differences, it is essential for society to embrace diversity and work together towards common goals. Only then can we create harmonious environments where everyone thrives. Luscinia megarhynchos or simply known as "nightingales" are migratory birds celebrated for their captivating songs across Europe. Their melodies symbolize hope amidst darkness—a metaphor for Florence Nightingale's transformative impact on healthcare practices.