Jamaica 1805-Mary Seacole–Woman of Color-Healer & War Heroine

Born Mary Grant in Jamaica in 1805, the daughter of a free black woman and a Scottish soldier, Seacole was primarily self-taught. Mary Seacole is best known for her work treating Britain's wounded during the Crimean War in the mid-1850s. Mary was hailed as a national heroine and received a commendation from Queen Victoria. She was also decorated by the governments of France and Turkey. The week, we celebrate remarkable “Mary Seacole”. Mary, had no formal training and did not come from a wealthy middle class background, however she was undaunted in the pursuit of her passion. Her independent spirit enabled her to overcome the many restrictions placed on women and, on people of color during her lifetime. Join us as we share inspiring highlights from Dr. Rebecca Tortello’s article “Pieces of the Past as we continue to: Celebrate, Enlighten & Preserve the rich diverse culture of Jamaica: “Land We Love”. Come join the "Labrish"