Step aboard this full-scale reconstruction of Sir Francis Drake’s famous galleon and discover the brutal reality of 16th Century maritime medicine. If you fell ill or were injured in 1577, you’d be sent to the barber-surgeon, both haircutter and healer. Treatments ranged from tooth extractions and bloodletting to trepanning and amputations, often without anesthesia. Diseases like scurvy and dysentery were rampant, while herbs, spices, and leeches were key remedies. With limited medical knowledge, sailors faced harsh conditions, making survival a true test of resilience. Uncover the secrets of maritime medicine as you explore this historic vessel.