Agnes Reston

Biography

Agnes Reston tended wounded soldiers with courage and compassion during the campaigns of the Napoleonic Wars, her quiet bravery earning her the nickname “The Scottish Florence Nightingale.” Operating far from home, she became a symbol of the vital role women played in wartime relief.

Her steadfast devotion to suffering men inspired others to heed the call of kindness in the darkest hour, and she is remembered for responding to need with a calm, courageous heart.