
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: La Sagesse. French Sisters dedicated to the poor and orphaned, to teaching and nursing, founded an orphanage and school here in 1891. The Congregation established a nursing home in 2005. Recorded plaque organisation: Romsey and District Society.
The French Sisters of La Sagesse are remembered for their dedication to education and healthcare, particularly for establishing an orphanage and school in 1891 and a nursing home in 2005.
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