Hannah Snell blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Hannah Snell 1723-1792 Born here on 23 April 1723 Britain's famous female soldier Recorded plaque organisation: Ladies Crown Probus Worcester, Worcester Civic Society.

Hannah Snell served in the British Army disguised as a man under the name James Gray, making her one of the earliest known examples of a transgender or gender-nonconforming military servicemember. She is historically important for her unique service and for challenging contemporary gender norms.