HMS Belfast and the Korean War

The Korean War

Key Stage 1

A visit to HMS Belfast can support programmes of study in History, Art, English, Literacy and Citizenship, and includes handling original artefacts as well as using documents, photographs, art, posters and film.

Discover how the past is different from the present through the stories of individuals who experienced life aboard this light cruiser.

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Life on Board

60 minutes

Students investigate various aspects of life on board through the personal stories of the men who served on HMS Belfast and the examination of artefacts from the ship’s collection.

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All learning sessions take place in our Schools Room, a former mess deck during the ship's commission.

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Key concepts and skills

  • Chronological understanding
  • Knowledge and understanding of events, people and changes in the past
  • Historical interpretation and enquiry
  • Speaking with confidence, listening to others, group discussion and interaction

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