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Dr. Sutherland

British army medical officer and colleague of Nightingale.

minor

First appearance: florence nightingale

Dr. Sutherland shows up with force in IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Nightingale's indefatigable disciple who handled business, correspondence, and visitors downstairs, never deserting her despite his impatience.
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FNFlorence Night…MAMaiSESir Evelyn Bar…TBThe BisonSHSidney HerbertDSDr. Sutherland

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Supporting Historical Figures
  • Catholic Church Hierarchy
  • Nightingale's Inner Circle

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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