Marvellous Mary Seacole

Discover more about Mary Seacole and her work with British soldiers during the Crimean War.
Marvellous Mary Seacole

Discover more about Mary Seacole and her work at the British Hotel during the Crimean War.

Mary Seacole travelled to Balaklava to help soldiers during the Crimean War. Have a go at drawing her British Hotel, where soldiers could relax and buy supplies. Then, explore Victorian currency and see how far you would get on a soldier's wage!

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How to Draw: Victorian edition

Use our step-by step instructions to have a go at drawing items related to Florence Nightingale.

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Florence and Mary Gallery Hunt

Go on a hunt to find out more about how Florence and Mary cared for sick and injured soldiers during the Crimean War.