A memorial to a pioneering doctor has been unveiled in Edinburgh 100 years on from her death.

Relatives of Elsie Inglis, who founded Scottish Women's Hospitals,were among the first to see the plaque at Central Library on Friday.

The tribute bears an inscribed quote from Winston Churchill on the renowned suffragist, which says "she will shine forever in history".

The memorial also bears the names of the 15 women who died during their service in the Scottish Women's Hospital.

Councillor Ian Perry said: "There is no doubt that Dr Elsie Inglis - war hero, pioneering medic, advocate of women's rights - is a truly revered and treasured figure in Edinburgh's history so I am delighted that we have been able to honour her with this memorial.

"I'm sure we'll see many people come through the doors of the Central Library to pay tribute to this inspirational former citizen and to remember the many sacrifices she made for the good of our nation."

Relative Tony Waterston said: "As a great, great-nephew of Elsie Inglis I'm delighted to see the plaque installed in the public library.

"Just having returned from a family visit to Serbia, where most of Aunt Elsie's wartime work went on, I was hugely impressed and moved by the heartfelt expressions of respect and love for her and the Scottish Women's Hospitals shown by Serbians of all ages and backgrounds.

"In today's world we can learn so much from her example of international solidarity, advocacy for the vulnerable and feminism, and we certainly feel that in my family."

The plaque's unveiling is one of several commemorative events taking place across Edinburgh to mark the anniversary of the death of Dr Inglis.