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Black History Buff Podcast

Black history Buff 777

82 Episodes
English
Last updated Apr 02, 2020

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Day 2: Mary Seacole: The British-Jamaican Nurse Who Defied Conventions

Oct 02, 2024 • 00:01:46

Join King Kurus, your Black History Buff, as we explore the remarkable life of Mary Seacole in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Discover how this pioneering nurse challenged racial and gender barriers during the Crimean War.

In this episode, we'll delve into:

Seacole's early life and medical training in Jamaica
Her journey to the Crimean War front and establishment of the "British Hotel"
The challenges she faced and overcame due to racial prejudice
Her lasting impact on British nursing and colonial history

This audio journey is part of our larger video series celebrating Black British history. As you listen, imagine the historical scenes of 19th-century battlefields and Victorian London.

Catch the video version of this episode on our Instagram: @black_history_buff_777.

For the full "31 Days of Black British History" series, join our Steady community. It's free and gives you access to exclusive content and discussions.

Visit https://steadyhq.com/en/blackhistory/about to dive deeper into Black British history.

Let's continue to uncover and celebrate these often overlooked stories together.

Blessings,

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