Nursing and Medical Pioneers · 1820 – 1915
Mary Seacole: The British Hotel
Learning about Mary Seacole's journey from Jamaica to the Crimea to care for soldiers.
Key Questions
- 1How did Mary Seacole use her knowledge of herbal medicine?
- 2What challenges did she face when she tried to help?
- 3How did she provide comfort to soldiers on the front line?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
KS1: History - Significant individuals in the pastKS1: History - Historical interpretations
Year: Year 2
Subject: History
Unit: Nursing and Medical Pioneers
Period: 1820 – 1915
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