Explore footballer Donald Bell’s Victoria Cross from the Somme

Explore footballer Donald Bell’s Victoria Cross from the Somme

The Story of Donald Bell – explore the life of the only professional footballer awarded a Victoria Cross At the National Football Museum and The Green Howards Museum Read version for all ages Some people may find parts of this page upsetting. We recommend that...
Broken sunglasses worn by Victoria Cross recipient Derek Seagrim

Broken sunglasses worn by Victoria Cross recipient Derek Seagrim

Please note – some people may find this object upsetting. We recommend that you don’t share it with children under the age of 14. Broken Sunglasses belonging to Victoria Cross recipient Derek SeagrimThe Green Howards Museum, Richmond, North Yorkshire  This...
How might women have felt wearing the Land Army uniform?

How might women have felt wearing the Land Army uniform?

Women’s Land Army Uniform Craven Museum & Gallery, Skipton This somewhat plain but practical outfit, consisting of shirt and breeches, was the ‘Women’s Land Army’ uniform during the Second World War. It was worn between 1942 and 1946 by Mrs...
Discover Victorian moustaches through portraits and cup design

Discover Victorian moustaches through portraits and cup design

Moustache cup and portraits Ryedale Folk Museum and others This unusual cup at Ryedale Folk Museum was produced with a special ledge or guard inside, giving us a clue to its owner. Towards the end of the 19th century, any respectable Victorian gentleman would likely...
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